Florida H4073 amends the Manatee County Port Authority Act to establish it as an independent special district.

Florida H4073 amends the Manatee County Port Authority Act to establish the Manatee County Port Authority as an independent special district. The bill revises definitions, outlines the operation of the port authority, and specifies its powers, functions, and duties. It also details the construction and effect of the act, including the transfer of assets and liabilities from the former Port Authority to the new independent district. The bill ensures the continuity of employee rights and benefits and the exemption from state and county taxes for the Port Authority.

Florida H4073 amends the Manatee County Port Authority Act to establish it as an independent special district.

Florida H4073 amends the Manatee County Port Authority Act to establish the Manatee County Port Authority as an independent special district. The bill revises definitions, outlines the operation of the port authority, and specifies its powers, functions, and duties. It also details the construction and effect of the act, including the transfer of assets and liabilities from the former Port Authority to the new independent district. The bill ensures the continuity of employee rights and benefits and the exemption from state and county taxes for the Port Authority.