Municipal water and sewer utilities in Florida must charge the same rates to consumers inside and outside the municipality, with a surcharge limit.

Municipal water and sewer utilities in Florida must charge the same rates to consumers inside and outside the municipality, with a surcharge limit of 25 percent for services outside the municipal boundaries. The bill amends existing statutes to require a public hearing for rate changes, except when the change is pro rata for all classes of service. The total rates for services outside the municipality cannot exceed 50 percent more than those charged within the municipality. The bill also includes technical changes and takes effect July 1, 2026.

Municipal water and sewer utilities in Florida must charge the same rates to consumers inside and outside the municipality, with a surcharge limit.

Municipal water and sewer utilities in Florida must charge the same rates to consumers inside and outside the municipality, with a surcharge limit of 25 percent for services outside the municipal boundaries. The bill amends existing statutes to require a public hearing for rate changes, except when the change is pro rata for all classes of service. The total rates for services outside the municipality cannot exceed 50 percent more than those charged within the municipality. The bill also includes technical changes and takes effect July 1, 2026.