The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to the management and sale of conservation lands. It requires the Division of State Lands to publish specific information on its website at least 30 days prior to meetings of the Acquisition and Restoration Council or the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, which will review proposed sales or exchanges of conservation lands. This information includes details about the parcels of land for sale or exchange and explanations for why they are no longer needed for conservation purposes. Additionally, the bill mandates that certain parcels proposed for exchange must be appraised according to established criteria and removes previous requirements for the division to submit requests for review to the council.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new requirements for the governing boards of water management districts, which must also publish relevant information on their websites before reviewing proposed sales or exchanges of conservation lands. The bill makes technical changes and conforms cross-references in existing law. It is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 441 Filed: 373.089, 215.196
H 441 c1: 373.089