Florida · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 449: Department of Transportation Contractor Liability
Did not advance Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
- Did not advance
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 449 is a bill introduced in the Florida House on November 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Department of Transportation Contractor Liability. Primary sponsor: Danny Alvarez (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 13, 2026): Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Department of Transportation Contractor Liability; Provides that contractor is considered agent of this state in certain circumstances; requires contract documents to indemnify DOT for liability caused by negligence of contractor or its employees.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Alvarez | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 69 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
- 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
- Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
- Referred to Judiciary Committee
- Referred to Economic Infrastructure Subcommittee
- Referred to Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
- Filed