SB 482 – Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights

On Wednesday, March 4, SB 482 by Senator Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) was heard on the Senate Floor and was reported favorably. AIF opposes this legislation.
 
This bill creates the “Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights” to protect consumers, especially minors, when using AI chatbots and similar platforms. It requires chatbot companies to get parental consent before allowing minors to create or keep accounts, gives parents control over those accounts, and mandates that companies permanently delete a child’s personal data if the account is closed. Platforms must also clearly tell users they are interacting with artificial intelligence, not human, and remind them regularly, including through pop-up messages during conversations. Companies must also take reasonable steps to prevent chatbots from sharing harmful content with minors. Additionally, AI companies are prohibited from selling or sharing users’ personal information, unless it has been stripped of identifying information.
 
SB 482 will now head to the House Floor for consideration. 

AIF appreciates the sponsor for initiating the discussion on AI policy but opposes SB 482 as drafted. In its current form, the bill presents concerns related to overbroad scope, privacy risks from age-verification mandates, duplicative compliance requirements, and expanded litigation exposure that could create uncertainty for Florida businesses. AIF does appreciate the progress reflected in the amendment and looks forward to continuing to address remaining concerns.

HB 1139 – Impact Fees

On Wednesday, March 4, HB 1139 by Representative Richard Gentry (R-DeBary) was heard on the House Floor and was reported favorably. AIF stood in support of this legislation.
 
The bill creates clear requirements for local governments that impose impact fee increases under extraordinary circumstances. Specifically, the bill mandates local governments specifically justify each increase through a plan-based method. The bill also creates clear statutes for companies that litigate against local government impact fee increases or those who recover overpaid fees.
 
HB 1139 will now go to the Senate Floor for consideration.

AIF supports legislation that creates clear and reasonable pathways for landowners to develop their land responsibly. Ensuring local governments are using collected impact fees correctly is important in lowering home costs and creating housing throughout the state.