Florida Infrastructure Expansion Bill Led by NMMA Signed into Law
by National Marine Manufacturers Association 18 Jul 14:58 PDT
Discover Boating © Matt Knighton
On July 1, Senate Bill 1162 officially took effect after being signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis in late May. This landmark legislation marks the first proactive state infrastructure expansion bill drafted and led by the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), representing a major step forward in improving public boating access throughout Florida.
SB 1162 expands the scope of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Boating Improvement Program to include upland infrastructure, such as parking facilities at public boat ramps. By addressing one of the most frequently cited challenges among NMMA members—access to the water—the law helps ensure that Florida boaters have the infrastructure they need to enjoy the state's world-class waterways.
To support these enhancements, the state budget includes $3 million in new funding for infrastructure upgrades, including parking.
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