The bill, HB 7019, serves as a reviser's bill aimed at updating the Florida Statutes by repealing outdated sections and amending others to remove provisions that are no longer applicable due to expiration or repeal. Key repeals include sections related to public financing for coastal construction projects, renewable energy tax credits, and grants from the Rural Infrastructure Fund, specifically targeting subsections and sections such as subsection (22) of section 161.101, section 161.551, section 220.193, section 259.10521, and subsection (7) of section 288.0655. The bill also amends sections to align with these changes, including updates to tax proceeds distribution in section 212.20 and vehicle registration requirements in section 320.06.

Additionally, the bill introduces amendments concerning direct-support organizations associated with the Department of Children and Families, allowing them to collect and expend funds for various purposes while prohibiting the use of funds for lobbying activities. It mandates the maintenance of a separate depository account and annual financial audits for these organizations. The bill also repeals previous stipulations regarding the Children and Youth Cabinet's direct-support organization, streamlining its operational requirements. Furthermore, it addresses adjustments related to COVID-19 impacts on unemployment benefit calculations and mandates tax rate updates effective January 1, 2022. Overall, HB 7019 aims to streamline Florida's statutes and tax regulations, ensuring they remain current and relevant.

Statutes affected:
H 7019 Filed: 161.551, 212.20, 220.193, 320.06, 381.933, 402.57, 443.131, 570.83, 220.02, 220.13, 571.26, 571.265