The bill amends several sections of the Florida Statutes to enhance the framework for spaceport operations in the state. It introduces definitions for "quintimodal transportation hub," which refers to interconnected transportation facilities that facilitate the movement of people and goods via road, railroad, airport, seaport, and spaceport, and "spaceport director or commander," who is responsible for overseeing the operations and safety of a spaceport. Additionally, the bill mandates Space Florida to promote the development of quintimodal transportation hubs and outlines the powers and duties of spaceport operators, emphasizing that local operational oversight will primarily rest with the spaceport director or commander, while Space Florida will focus on statewide strategic planning and coordination.

The bill also revises the composition of the Space Florida board of directors, removing the requirement for certain representatives to serve as nonvoting members and adding a new ex officio, nonvoting member who is an employee or official of a port district or authority. It updates cross-references in various sections to ensure consistency with the new definitions and provisions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 335 Filed: 331.3081, 330.41, 331.310, 692.201