The bill CS/CS/HB 1233 amends various sections of Florida Statutes to improve transportation infrastructure and regulations. Key changes include the revision of the Florida Transportation Research Institute's membership to include Florida State University and the requirement for the Florida Greenways and Trails Council to meet within 90 days of receiving a report from the Department of Transportation to update trail prioritization recommendations. Additionally, each seaport is required to develop a 10-year strategic plan for critical infrastructure resources, which encompass access to electricity, fuel, and water. The bill also introduces regulations for personal delivery devices and mobile carriers, allowing their operation in designated areas while prohibiting them in state parks and correctional facilities, and establishes a maximum speed limit increase on highways.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the vehicle registration process by extending the license plate replacement period from six to ten years and eliminating validation stickers. It includes provisions for drone delivery services, ensuring local governments cannot prohibit their operation based on drone port locations, while still allowing for general zoning enforcement. The bill also addresses the towing and removal of vehicles and vessels, mandating specific storage and notification requirements for towing companies. Overall, the bill aims to enhance public safety, streamline regulations, and improve infrastructure standards across Florida's transportation and communication sectors.

Statutes affected:
H 1233 Filed: 316.003, 316.008, 322.032, 322.059, 322.15, 324.252, 330.41, 341.041, 790.19, 921.0022
H 1233 c1: 260.0142, 311.14, 316.008, 330.41, 332.001, 341.041, 790.19, 311.07, 316.0777, 316.515, 336.01, 338.222, 341.8225, 376.3071, 403.7211, 479.261, 715.07, 921.0022, 1006.23
H 1233 c2: 20.23, 260.0142, 311.14, 316.008, 316.187, 318.14, 320.06, 330.41, 332.001, 341.041, 790.19, 311.07, 316.0777, 316.306, 316.515, 320.08035, 320.0807, 320.084, 320.102, 336.01, 338.222, 341.8225, 376.3071, 403.7211, 479.261, 655.960, 715.07, 921.0022, 1006.23