The bill amends Section 472.013 of the Florida Statutes to introduce an alternative pathway for licensure for surveyors and mappers, known as 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 are of good moral character and provide a letter of recommendation from a licensed land surveyor or mapper. Licenses granted under 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 incorporate the amendments made to Section 472.013, ensuring that the Board of Professional Surveyors and Mappers certifies applicants who meet the new requirements. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2025. The legislation aims to address the increasing demand for surveyors and mappers in the state by providing a more accessible pathway to licensure.

Statutes affected:
S 320 Filed: 472.013