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HB 413

Swimming Safety

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Erika Booth and 1 co-sponsor

Florida bill proposing swimming safety measures died in committee after being indefinitely postponed, preventing advancement without disclosed policy specifics.

Died in Human Services Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 413

Legislative bill overview

HB 413 is a Florida bill focused on swimming safety measures, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative record. The bill was introduced by Representatives Erika Booth and Peggy Gossett-Seidman in February 2025 and progressed through initial referrals to the Human Services Subcommittee and State Affairs Committee.

Why is this important

Swimming-related injuries and drowning remain a leading cause of unintentional death for children and young adults in Florida. Legislative efforts in this area typically aim to reduce preventable water-related incidents through policy mechanisms such as safety standards, training requirements, or supervision protocols.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulatory burden: Proposed safety requirements may impose compliance costs on private pools, public facilities, or aquatic businesses, raising questions about proportionality and feasibility
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Disagreement may exist over who enforces swimming safety standards (local authorities, state agencies, or private entities) and what penalties apply for non-compliance
  • Parental authority vs. government mandate: Balance between individual/family responsibility for water safety and government-mandated interventions, particularly regarding supervision or training requirements

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

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