This bill amends Florida Statutes to enhance safety requirements for residential swimming pools. Specifically, it mandates that any swimming pool located on residential real property that is transferred or sold on or after October 1, 2026, must be equipped with at least one safety feature from a specified list, which includes options such as pool barriers, safety covers, exit alarms, self-closing doors, or pool alarms that meet certain standards. Additionally, licensed home inspectors are required to report any violations of these safety requirements to local enforcement agencies.

The bill also updates penalties for non-compliance, stating that individuals who fail to equip their pools with the required safety features may face misdemeanor charges, although penalties can be waived if the individual complies within 45 days by installing the necessary safety feature and attending a drowning prevention education program. The bill further amends the drowning prevention education program to ensure it is publicly available and outlines funding mechanisms for the program. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 117 Filed: 515.27, 515.31