It's our job to ensure lawmakers understand the passenger transportation industry and enact policies that support its future.
We move the entertainment industry of Orlando, on call and on schedule.
We move the tech industry of Miami, from campus shuttles to executive transport.
We move government officials safely and discreetly across the state.
We move hospital staff to keep Florida's healthcare system running.
We move employees to their business campuses every day.
We move the meetings and conventions industry that fills Florida's calendar.
We move travelers to every point of interest across Florida.
We are the voice of Florida's ground transportation industry. Anytime the government makes a decision that affects passenger transportation, the impact is felt by travelers and the millions of businesses that depend on safe travel connections for their employees.
Works with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) and directs FLA activities on environmental and energy matters, including sustainability, air pollution rules, vehicle emission standards, anti-idling and diesel engine retrofit measures, fuel standards, hazardous waste issues, stormwater and vehicle washing requirements, fuel storage, and energy efficiency improvements.
Addresses legal, legislative and regulatory issues related to labor, including workers' compensation, insurance and risk management, driver shortage, transportation contract matters, and transportation brokers.
Develops FLA policy on driver, carrier and occupational safety and health issues, including hours of service, electronic logging devices, CDL testing, drug testing and medical certification programs, speed-related initiatives, and hygiene, health and safety training. Advises on the real-world impacts of marijuana legalization and other controlled-substance trends on driver health and passenger safety.
Develops policy relating to state taxes affecting the industry, including corporate income and franchise taxes, excise taxes, estate taxes, sales and use taxes and license fees, as well as operating taxes such as fuel taxes, tire taxes, vehicle registration fees and airport usage taxes.
Addresses issues in the area of insurance coverage for motor carriers and of tort reform.
FLA established its first-ever Legal & Legislative Defense Fund and has committed to investing a percentage of all membership dues into it. Our war chest is building, with the aim of influencing decisions of lawmakers within the state of Florida through appropriate legal and lobbying efforts.
Every membership strengthens the association's position in Tallahassee and at Florida's airports.