House Bill 1075 amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning motor carrier regulations and the Florida Motor Fuel Use Tax Act. Key changes include the requirement for motor carriers to be licensed rather than registered, and they must carry a copy of their license or make it available electronically. The bill also mandates that fuel tax decals be displayed on vehicles and that renewal orders for these decals be submitted electronically starting October 1, 2025. Additionally, it establishes penalties for counterfeiting fuel tax licenses and decals, and allows the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to inspect documents of motor carriers and fuel dealers to ensure tax compliance. The definition of "motor fuel" is broadened, and the terminology throughout the statutes is updated for consistency.

Further amendments include changes to the reporting period for fuel taxes, with a new start date of January 1, and the requirement for all tax returns to be submitted electronically by October 1, 2025. The bill clarifies the responsibilities of motor carriers regarding temporary fuel-use permits and introduces penalties for non-compliance, including potential revocation of licensure. It also raises the threshold for reporting vehicle crashes from $500 to $1,500 and mandates proof of address for vehicle registration applications. The bill enhances communication by allowing electronic notifications for license suspensions and establishes rules for DUI program licensing to improve accessibility, particularly for economically disadvantaged areas. Overall, House Bill 1075 aims to streamline operations, enhance compliance, and improve service delivery within Florida's motor vehicle regulations.

Statutes affected:
H 1075 Filed: 207.001, 207.002, 207.003, 207.004, 207.005, 207.007, 207.008, 207.011, 207.013, 207.019, 316.065, 318.15, 319.35, 320.605, 320.63, 320.95, 322.01, 322.08, 322.21, 322.245, 322.2616, 322.292, 322.64, 324.091, 324.171, 328.30