The bill amends section 472.013 of the Florida Statutes to introduce an alternative pathway for licensure for surveyors and mappers through the establishment of the "1st Step Florida Surveyors and Mappers Credentialing and Licensing Protocol." This new protocol allows individuals who do not meet the traditional degree requirements to take the licensure examination if they demonstrate good moral character and provide a letter of recommendation from a licensed land surveyor or mapper. Licenses obtained through this protocol will expire on December 15, 2031, and applicants will be notified of this expiration and the need to meet the standard requirements for continued practice.

Additionally, the bill reenacts subsection (4) of section 472.015 to ensure that it references the amended section 472.013. The overall intent of the bill is to address the increasing demand for licensed surveyors and mappers in Florida by providing a more accessible pathway to licensure while maintaining standards of good moral character and professional responsibility. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 320 Filed: 472.013