The "State Park Preservation Act" amends Florida Statutes to enhance the management and protection of state parks and conservation lands. Key provisions include the requirement for public hearings on updated conservation and nonconservation land management plans, with the Division of State Lands mandated to provide electronic copies of these plans to the public. The bill emphasizes conservation-based recreational uses, prohibits new sporting facility constructions within state park boundaries, and requires individual management plans for state park parcels to be developed with input from an advisory group. Additionally, it establishes a ten-year update cycle for land management plans, ensuring they include specific analyses and measurable conservation objectives.

The bill also designates the St. Marks River Preserve State Park as Ney Landrum State Park and mandates the Department of Environmental Protection to submit a comprehensive report by December 1, 2025, detailing park conditions and future needs. It includes provisions to protect critical habitats and historical resources during construction activities within state parks. Overall, the act aims to foster public involvement in the planning process while ensuring that land use agreements do not compromise public access to natural resources. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 209 Filed: 253.034, 258.004, 259.032
H 209 c1: 253.034, 258.004
H 209 c2: 253.034, 258.004
H 209 e1: 253.034, 258.004
H 209 er: 253.034, 258.004