This bill amends existing Florida statutes related to alcohol consumption and enforcement. It requires the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco to consider a vendor's use of an electronic identification scanner as a mitigating factor when determining administrative penalties for illegal sales of alcohol to underage individuals. Additionally, the bill authorizes the division to mandate that vendors who violate certain laws utilize electronic identification scanners to verify the age of customers.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a new requirement for state and local law enforcement agencies to report all relevant investigations and arrests involving drivers under the influence of alcohol, particularly in cases where such incidents result in serious bodily injury or death. This provision aims to enhance accountability and ensure that the division is informed of critical incidents related to alcohol consumption. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1748 Filed: 561.706