The bill amends section 166.043 of the Florida Statutes to require counties to establish maximum rates for the removal and storage of electric vehicles from accident scenes. Specifically, these rates can be up to three times the rates charged for gasoline or diesel vehicles if the owner or operator of the electric vehicle is incapacitated, unavailable, or does not consent to the removal. Additionally, the bill allows wrecker operators to charge for the fair and reasonable costs, plus an additional 10 percent, for the cleanup of an accident scene involving electric vehicles, including any necessary actions related to hazardous materials or debris.

This legislation aims to create a structured pricing framework for the removal and storage of electric vehicles, ensuring that costs are regulated and fair, particularly in situations where the vehicle owner is unable to make decisions. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.