Statute of Repose Reform:

In 2023, the Legislature passed State of Repose Reforms that reduced the timeline from 10 to 7 years and clarified and streamlined the triggers that start the clock. In 2024, language was added to the condo statute that is in conflict with the 2023 reforms. This legislation seeks to eliminate the conflicting language from last year.

Apprenticeship Funding Reforms:

Florida Continues to suffer from the largest skilled worker shortage in recent history, and the demands on our industry are not going away - they are only increasing. We need to ensure that as a State, we are educating and training as many apprentices as possible to help meet the current demands on Construction

Building Department Reforms:

Our Industry works hand in hand with the government entities that oversee it. Whether it is permitting and plans review, or inspections and securing COs, our industry cannot work without Building Departments - but - we can always work better together. This legislation will focus on eliminating arbitrary barriers to competition, government overreach, and improving services.

Owner-Direct Purchase Reforms:

The tax exemption available to certain owners to purchase their materials tax exempt is a wonderful opportunity to drive down the cost of construction to the benefit of the taxpayer. However, the current process is often misconstrued or misunderstood and is not approached correctly. ABC will explore all opportunities to clarify and streamline this process to ensure that is is overseen and used correctly.

While these are our priority efforts, please know that ABC of Florida and your Lobby Team will monitor all bills filed and engage in many of them on your behalf. Whether in defense or in support your voice will be heard in Tallahassee.