House Bill 651 (2025) proposes a comprehensive set of amendments to Florida Statutes, primarily focusing on agricultural regulations, energy planning, and the management of charitable organizations. Key provisions include the exemption of certain positions within the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services from the Career Service system, the requirement for electric utilities to submit a 10-year site plan for proposed power plants to county commissions, and the establishment of new definitions and prohibitions regarding agricultural lands. The bill also introduces a mandatory labeling requirement to prevent the mislabeling of plant-based products as meat or poultry, contingent upon similar laws being enacted by a specified number of states. Additionally, it creates the "Honest Services Registry" for charitable organizations, requiring them to attest they do not solicit contributions from foreign sources of concern.

Further amendments address the regulation of pest control services, food safety, and the management of agricultural lands, including provisions for the classification of agricultural land and its tax-exempt status. The bill enhances the authority of the Department of Agriculture in overseeing various programs, including mosquito control and aquaculture recovery, while streamlining licensing processes and improving accountability. It also introduces new financial assistance programs for agricultural producers affected by emergencies and clarifies the responsibilities of pest control operators. Overall, HB 651 aims to strengthen Florida's agricultural sector, enhance regulatory frameworks, and improve transparency and accountability in charitable solicitations and food safety regulations.

Statutes affected:
H 651 Filed: 110.205, 193.461, 201.25, 388.021, 388.181, 388.241, 388.301, 388.311, 388.321, 388.322, 388.323, 388.341, 388.351, 388.361, 388.381, 388.391, 388.401, 388.46, 482.111, 482.141, 482.155, 482.156, 482.157, 496.417, 500.03, 500.166, 500.172, 501.912, 531.48, 531.49, 570.544, 570.822, 595.404, 599.002, 599.003, 599.012, 616.12, 741.0305, 790.33