The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes related to underground utility and excavation contractors and fire protection system contractors. It revises the definition of "underground utility and excavation contractor" in section 489.105 to clarify the scope of their services, which now includes the installation of empty underground conduits under specific conditions. Additionally, it modifies the definition of "Contractor V" in section 633.102, allowing a Contractor V who is also a licensed underground utility and excavation contractor to perform certain tasks related to fire protection systems up to a specified distance from the building.

Furthermore, the bill reenacts several subsections to incorporate the amendments made to the definitions of contractors, ensuring consistency across related statutes. It specifies that an underground utility and excavation contractor may install piping for fire protection systems only up to a point within 5 feet of the building, and it clarifies the licensing requirements for contractors engaged in automatic fire sprinkler systems. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 869 Filed: 489.105
H 869 c1: 489.105