This bill amends existing Florida statutes and introduces new provisions related to former phosphate mining lands. It adds a new defense for liability claims against former phosphate mine sites, stipulating that a cause of action can only arise if the condition is not a natural geological substance of the mine, provided that a notice has been recorded and a radiation survey has been conducted by the Department of Health. Additionally, the bill creates a new section that allows landowners to record a notice identifying their property as a former phosphate mine, which serves as official notification of its status.

Furthermore, the bill mandates the Department of Health to conduct gamma radiation surveys of former phosphate land parcels upon request from landowners, detailing the process and timeline for these surveys. It also establishes requirements for plaintiffs in civil actions related to phosphate mining to include a certified radiation survey with their complaints, ensuring that the survey meets specific standards and is conducted by qualified professionals. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.