The proposed bill establishes Section 377.816 of the Florida Statutes, which prohibits governmental entities from adopting or implementing net zero policies related to greenhouse gas emissions. It defines net zero policies and outlines various prohibitions, including the use of government funds to support such policies, the imposition of taxes or fees to advance them, and the implementation of programs that would establish limits on greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, governmental entities are required to submit an annual affidavit to the Department of Revenue attesting to their compliance with these prohibitions.

The bill also amends existing statutes to ensure consistency with the new prohibitions, specifically in sections 125.01, 166.021, and 166.201. These amendments clarify that any plans, zoning regulations, or municipal purposes must not include references to the prohibited net zero policies. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aims to protect the state's energy security and economic interests by restricting governmental actions related to greenhouse gas emissions.

Statutes affected:
H 1217 Filed: 166.021, 166.201