The proposed Coastal Link Commuter Rail Service Act establishes new provisions within Chapter 343 of the Florida Statutes, focusing on liability management for state agencies involved in commuter rail services along the coastal link corridor. The bill allows these agencies to assume indemnification obligations for certain entities, specifically addressing liabilities from accidents. Key definitions are provided, including terms like "agency," "Brightline," and "coastal link corridor." The legislation sets a limit on indemnification at $323 million per occurrence, with provisions for liability insurance and self-insurance retention funds, while also clarifying the status of employees of operators in relation to invitee status.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that agencies must obtain prior legislative approval for all claims, including punitive damages, arising from incidents. It delineates the responsibilities of various operators and emphasizes that the establishment of insurance or self-insurance does not waive sovereign immunity or increase liability limits for tort claims. Notably, operators such as FECR and Brightline, along with their employees, are explicitly stated to not be considered state agents and therefore do not benefit from sovereign immunity. The act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025.