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HB 893

Construction Liens and Bonds

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Toby Overdorf

Failed Florida bill proposing changes to construction lien procedures and surety bond requirements that died in committee without passage.

Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 893

Legislative bill overview

HB 893 addresses the mechanics and enforcement of construction liens and surety bonds in Florida. The bill died in committee without passing, meaning its specific provisions were not enacted into law.

Why is this important

Construction liens and bonds protect contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers when they aren't paid for work or materials. Changes to these rules directly affect how construction disputes are resolved, who bears financial risk, and whether small contractors can reliably get paid for their labor.

Potential points of contention

  • Lien priority disputes: Changes to which creditors get paid first from construction project funds can pit contractors against lenders and property owners
  • Bond requirement burdens: Increasing bond requirements could raise costs for construction companies, potentially reducing competition or raising consumer prices
  • Notice and filing complexity: Stricter procedural requirements for filing liens may inadvertently disadvantage smaller contractors unfamiliar with legal processes

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

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