Residential swimming pools in Florida must meet safety requirements if sold after October 1, 2026.

Residential swimming pools in Florida must meet safety requirements if sold after October 1, 2026. These requirements include having at least one safety feature such as a barrier, safety cover, exit alarm, self-closing door, or a pool alarm. Sellers must disclose whether the pool meets these requirements. The bill also mandates the development of a drowning prevention education program by the department. The program can be funded by fees, state funds, and grants, and may be adopted from a nationally recognized program.

Residential swimming pools in Florida must meet safety requirements if sold after October 1, 2026.

Residential swimming pools in Florida must meet safety requirements if sold after October 1, 2026. These requirements include having at least one safety feature such as a barrier, safety cover, exit alarm, self-closing door, or a pool alarm. Sellers must disclose whether the pool meets these requirements. The bill also mandates the development of a drowning prevention education program by the department. The program can be funded by fees, state funds, and grants, and may be adopted from a nationally recognized program.