The bill CS/HB 433 introduces a series of amendments and new regulations primarily focused on agricultural practices, local government authority, and the management of fair associations in Florida. It prohibits counties and municipalities from enacting laws that differentiate gasoline-powered farm and landscape equipment from other types, while allowing local governments to promote alternative equipment like battery-powered tools. The bill also establishes definitions for "ecologically significant parcel" and "low-density municipality," setting requirements for development applications in these areas. Additionally, it mandates the Acquisition and Restoration Council to assess state-owned lands for agricultural suitability and prohibits local entities from transferring development rights for these lands.

Furthermore, the bill streamlines the governance of fair associations by removing certain requirements, such as proof of liability insurance, and introduces new stipulations for annual public fairs, including a 90-day application notice. It also enhances protections for agricultural producers by modifying the definition of "nonprofit agricultural organization" and expanding the cause of action for disparagement of agricultural products. Other notable provisions include the establishment of the Farmers Feeding Florida Program to address food insecurity and the introduction of penalties for vendors who fail to compensate subcontractors. Overall, the bill aims to improve regulatory oversight and support agricultural and fair association operations in Florida.

Statutes affected:
H 433 Filed: 259.1053, 287.1351, 322.36, 500.81, 500.93, 501.013, 583.01, 590.02, 597.010, 616.001, 616.01, 616.02, 616.03, 616.05, 616.051, 616.07, 616.101, 616.15, 616.251, 865.065
H 433 c1: 212.055, 259.1053, 287.1351, 322.36, 482.161, 500.04, 500.81, 500.93, 501.013, 570.85, 583.01, 590.02, 597.010, 616.001, 616.01, 616.02, 616.03, 616.051, 616.07, 616.101, 616.15, 616.251, 624.4032, 843.085, 865.065