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SB 502

Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction over United States Military Installations

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tommy Wright

SB 502 allows Florida and the U.S. to share governance over military installations, enhancing collaboration and management between state and federal authorities.

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Bill Summary · SB 502

Summary of SB 502: Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction over United States Military Installations

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: SB 502
- Title: Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction over United States Military Installations
- Status: Filed
- Introduced: November 14, 2025
- Effective Date: July 1, 2026
- Sponsor: Senator Wright

Purpose and Intent

SB 502 aims to establish a framework for concurrent legislative jurisdiction between the State of Florida and the United States over military installations located within Florida's boundaries. The bill seeks to facilitate a cooperative governance structure that allows both state and federal authorities to exercise legislative powers over these installations.

Key Provisions

The bill introduces a new section, 250.0311, to the Florida Statutes, which includes the following key provisions:

  1. Acceptance of Relinquishment:

    • The state accepts the relinquishment of exclusive legislative jurisdiction from the United States, allowing for shared governance.

  2. Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction:

    • The state will have concurrent legislative jurisdiction over any U.S. military installation under federal control within Florida.

  3. Governor's Role:

    • The Governor may accept requests for concurrent jurisdiction from authorized representatives of military installations, contingent upon specific criteria being met.

  4. Request Requirements:

    • Requests must include:
      • The name, position, and legal authority of the requester.
      • A clear statement of the subject matter for the jurisdiction request.
      • A detailed description of the military installation (metes and bounds).
      • Information on whether the request includes future land expansions for military purposes.

  5. Documentation and Indexing:

    • Upon acceptance of a request, the Governor must:
      • State the accepted elements of the request.
      • Submit relevant documents to the appropriate recording office for indexing.
      • Provide copies of these documents to the requester.

  6. Reciprocal Agreements:

    • State agencies, local governments, or special districts may enter into reciprocal agreements with U.S. agencies to delineate responsibilities related to the concurrent jurisdiction.

Impact

  • Affected Entities:

    • This bill primarily affects U.S. military installations in Florida, state government agencies, and local governments that may engage in reciprocal agreements.

  • Governance Structure:

    • Establishing concurrent jurisdiction may enhance collaboration between state and federal authorities, potentially improving the management and oversight of military installations.

Procedural Aspects

  • The bill was filed on November 14, 2025, and is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, pending legislative approval. The timeline allows for discussions and potential amendments before the effective date.

In summary, SB 502 seeks to create a legal framework for shared governance over military installations in Florida, promoting cooperation between state and federal authorities while ensuring that specific procedural requirements are met for jurisdictional changes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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