The Florida Limousine Association (FLA) has announced that Governor Ron DeSantis has signed House Bill 377—the “FLA Bill”—which ends years of burden that required operators to hold multiple permits to work throughout Florida. Going into effect on July 1, 2024, this new law dictates that “[a] person who holds license or permit issued by county or municipality to operate vehicle for hire may operate vehicle for hire in any other county or municipality without being subject to certain requirements or fees.”
FLA President Rick Versace of A1A Global
In addition to DeSantis, the FLA extends its thanks to sponsors and supporters of the Bill, including Representative David Borrero [R], Senator Nick DiCeglia [R], Senate President Kathleen Passidomo [R], Speaker of the House Paul Renner [R], and Commerce Committee Chair Bob Rommel [R].
FLA President Rick Versace of A1A Global has been championing this legislation for years.
“The simplification of the licensing criteria in the state of Florida is a tremendous victory for the limo industry in the state of Florida. It shows how vitally important it is for all of us to stick together because it’s the only way we could afford a lobbyist that can push through the changes our industry needs to survive and thrive,” says Versace.
Prior to the passing of HB 377, to work between counties, operators had to be licensed in each county where they wanted to operate. This created a complex and costly administrative burden, limiting business owners from transporting customers across various regions and hindering their overall business growth.
Now with full reciprocity, operators in the state of Florida will be free to operate seamlessly across all counties, eliminating the need for multiple licenses and reducing administrative costs significantly. This also allows them to expand their service area, reach new customers, and increase their revenue potential. Additionally, it promotes competition, leading to lower prices for customers and a more efficient market.
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[04.09.24]