The bill, titled "Lucy's Law," aims to enhance boating safety regulations in Florida by amending several sections of the Florida Statutes. It revises the definition of "livery vessel" to specify that it refers to a "leased or rented" vessel, and updates penalties for vessel collisions, accidents, and reckless operation. Notably, it introduces a new section requiring the suspension of driver licenses for individuals convicted of boating under the influence or reckless operation. Additionally, the bill mandates that individuals convicted of certain boating-related violations complete a boater safety education course.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the definitions related to vessel homicide, including the term "unborn child," and establishes penalties for reckless operation of a vessel that results in accidents causing varying degrees of injury or death. It also specifies that vessel homicide includes the death of an unborn child due to injury to the mother. The effective date for the implementation of these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 628 Filed: 327.02, 327.30, 327.33, 327.353, 327.395, 327.54, 782.072
S 628 c1: 327.02, 327.30, 327.33, 327.54, 782.072
S 628 c2: 327.02, 327.30, 327.33, 327.54, 782.072