House Bill 1341 amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance the regulatory authority of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and introduces new enforcement measures. The bill expands the jurisdiction of law enforcement officers within the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, granting them increased investigative and prosecutorial powers. It mandates employers to use the E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification and requires the DBPR to notify other agencies of any violations. Additionally, the bill establishes new penalties for talent agencies that violate regulations concerning minors and sets minimum standards for electronically reporting student course completion records in cosmetology and barbering.

The bill also introduces strict regulations regarding the sale and distribution of nitrous oxide, making it unlawful for licensed dealers to possess, sell, or distribute it on their premises, with violations classified as a third-degree felony, although exceptions exist for grocery stores and the sale of food products using nitrous oxide as a propellant. Furthermore, it amends laws related to nicotine product dealers, allowing the DBPR to suspend or revoke permits for violations and imposing fines of up to $1,000 for infractions, with all collected fines directed to the General Revenue Fund. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes a section referred to as "Meg's Law."

Statutes affected:
H 1341 Filed: 20.165, 448.095, 468.412, 509.261, 569.006, 569.35