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SB 960

Elevator Accessibility Requirements

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mack Bernard

SB 960 requires Florida elevators to meet enhanced accessibility standards; superseded by enacted companion bill HB 683 addressing similar requirements.

Died in Community Affairs, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/CS/HB 683 (Ch. 2025-140)
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Bill Summary · SB 960

Legislative bill overview

SB 960 establishes new accessibility requirements for elevators in Florida buildings to ensure compliance with ADA standards and improve access for people with disabilities. The bill was ultimately superseded by its companion bill CS/CS/CS/HB 683, which was enacted into law (Chapter 2025-140).

Why is this important

Elevator accessibility directly affects mobility and independence for elderly residents, people with disabilities, and those with temporary injuries. Florida's large senior population and extensive building stock make comprehensive accessibility standards a significant quality-of-life and public health issue.

Potential points of contention

  • Retrofit costs: Requiring existing buildings to upgrade elevators could impose substantial expenses on property owners, potentially leading to cost-shifting to tenants or businesses
  • Compliance timeline: Balancing reasonable compliance deadlines against the urgency of accessibility needs for affected populations
  • Scope of applicability: Whether requirements apply only to new construction or also to existing buildings, and which building types are covered

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

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