The bill amends section 125.0104 of the Florida Statutes regarding the use of tourist development tax revenues. It removes the requirement that at least 40 percent of all collected tourist development tax revenues must be spent on promoting and advertising tourism. This deletion allows counties greater flexibility in allocating their tax revenues without being bound to a specific percentage for tourism promotion.

In addition to this deletion, the bill maintains various authorized uses for the tax revenues, including funding for public facilities, convention centers, and beach park facilities, among others. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, providing counties with the opportunity to adjust their funding strategies for tourism-related projects and services.

Statutes affected:
H 6007 Filed: 125.0104