HB 455: Protection of Historic Monuments and Memorials
GENERAL BILL by Black
Protection of Historic Monuments and Memorials ; Preempts all removal, damage to, or destruction of historic Florida monuments & memorials; provides that any existing or future ordinance, regulation, or rule to contrary, & certain actions by elected or appointed local government officials, are void; prohibits local governments from enacting or enforcing specified ordinances, regulations, or rules; provides penalties; requires DOS to withhold certain funding from local government; authorizes local government to temporarily remove & relocate monument or memorial in certain instances; authorizes Division of Historical Resources of DOS to request certain recommendations from Florida Historical Commission & Department of Veterans' Affairs.
Last Action: 11/24/2025 House - Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Bill History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | House |
• Filed |
| 11/24/2025 | House |
• Referred to Government Operations Subcommittee • Referred to Judiciary Committee • Referred to State Affairs Committee • Now in Government Operations Subcommittee |
