HB 4035 — Palm Beach County
Last action — Chapter No. 2026-199
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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✓Passed House
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✓Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been sent to the executive. Introduced December 04, 2025. It awaits signature.
Signed by Governor Ron DeSantis (Republican) on June 09, 2026.
Next likely step: the executive signs it into law or issues a veto.
Odds of enactment
High chanceBased on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a high chance of becoming law.
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Prognosis
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To Executive
Current position in the legislative process.
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2 sponsors
1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 5 recorded votes so far.
Based on stage, sponsorship breadth, committee status, recorded votes, and cross-state momentum — a description of the observable signals, not a prediction.
In plain language
The bill revises examination and applicant review processes for construction licenses in Palm Beach County.
This legislation changes the requirements for exams and the review process for applicants seeking construction licenses in Palm Beach County. It aims to improve how the Construction Industry Licensing Board operates.
What this means for you
- Workers: Workers seeking construction licenses may experience altered examination and application processes as a result of this bill.
- Small Business: If you own a construction business, the updated licensing requirements may change how you prepare your applicants.
Summary
Palm Beach County; Revises requirements for examinations administered by Palm Beach County Construction Industry Licensing Board for certificates of competency; revises Board's applicant review process.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
13 added · 19 removed13 line(s) added, 19 removed.
F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 LegislatureA 2bill to be entitled An act relating to Palm Beach County;
hb4035hb4035-01-c1 -01-er F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 Legislature (2) A credit report on the applicant from a nationally recognized credit agency.
hb4035hb4035-01-c1 -01-er F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 Legislature examination shall cover knowledge of basic principles of contracting and construction applicable to the category for which a certificate is requested.
hb4035hb4035-01-c1 -01-er F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 Legislature provisions outlined in the requirements of subsection (F) of this section.
hb4035hb4035-01-c1 -01-er F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 Legislature required to exhibit to the local building official, tax collector, or other person in charge of the issuance of licenses and building permits in the area, evidence of holding a current certificate accompanied by the fee for the occupational license and building permit required of other persons.
hb4035hb4035-01-c1 -01-er F L O R I D A H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S ENROLLED CS/HB 4035 2026 Legislature Section 2.
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- H 4035 c1 View text pdf
- H 4035 er View text Current pdf
- Introduced H 4035 Filed pdf
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The bill revises the requirements and processes for obtaining construction industry certificates of competency in Palm Beach County.
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Section 5 of chapter 67-1876
held at times and locations places within the county as the Board determines, but there shall be offered at least one examination every 3 months.→ administered at times and locations within the county as the Board determines, but there shall be at least one examination offered every 3 months.The wording is adjusted for clarity while maintaining the requirement for exam frequency.
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Section 5 of chapter 67-1876
Each applicant must complete an objective written examination that evaluates the applicant's qualifications for certification in the category for which the applicant applies.→ Each applicant shall take an objective written examination about his fitness for a certificate in the category for which application is made.The language about the examination's purpose is changed to focus on 'fitness' instead of 'qualifications'.
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Section 5 of chapter 67-1876
A maximum of four examinations in a category may be taken in a 12-month period, but examinations may not be rescheduled until 60 days have elapsed.→ A maximum of four examinations in a category may be taken in a 12-month period, but examinations may not be rescheduled until 60 days have elapsed.This sentence is unchanged, but included to indicate where it fits in the amended section.
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Section 5 of chapter 67-1876
Upon Following receipt of the required fee and a complete application, the Board shall review investigate the applicant's qualifications, including the applicant's financial responsibility, credit history reputation, education, examination, experience, and business reputation, and the business reputation of any business agency on behalf of which the applicant proposes to engage in contracting.→ Upon receipt of the required fee and a complete application, the Board shall investigate the applicant's qualifications, including the applicant's financial responsibility, credit history, education, experience, and business reputation, and the business reputation of any business entity that the applicant represents in contracting activities.The language is streamlined and clarified regarding the review process of the applicant's qualifications.
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Section 5 of chapter 67-1876
If the applicant achieves a passing score on the examination and satisfies all other requirements, the Board shall confirm to the applicant the Board's readiness If the applicant is approved by the Board the applicant shall be notified to appear for an examination.→ If the applicant achieves a passing score on the examination and satisfies all other requirements, the Board shall notify the applicant to appear for an examination.This change simplifies the process for informing applicants about examination readiness.
Action History
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Chapter No. 2026-199
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Approved by Governor
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Signed by Officers and presented to Governor
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Ordered enrolled
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In Messages
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CS passed; YEAS 36 NAYS 0 -SJ 788
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Read 3rd time -SJ 788
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Read 2nd time -SJ 788
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Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading
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Withdrawn from Rules -SJ 785
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Placed on Local Calendar, 03/11/26
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Received
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Referred to Rules
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In Messages
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CS passed; YEAS 114, NAYS 0
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Read 3rd time
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Added to Third Reading Calendar
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Read 2nd time
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Bill added to Special Order Calendar (2/11/2026)
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Added to Second Reading Calendar
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1st Reading (Committee Substitute 1)
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Bill referred to House Calendar
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CS Filed
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Laid on Table under Rule 7.18(a)
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Reported out of State Affairs Committee
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Favorable with CS by State Affairs Committee
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Added to State Affairs Committee agenda
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Now in State Affairs Committee
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Reported out of Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
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Favorable by Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
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Added to Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee agenda
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Now in Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
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Reported out of Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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Favorable by Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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Added to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee agenda
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1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
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Now in Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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Referred to State Affairs Committee
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Referred to Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
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Referred to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
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Filed
Sponsors
- State Affairs Committee · Primary
- Jervonte "Tae" Edmonds · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 162 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- State Affairs Committee
Co-sponsors (1)
- Edmonds, Jervonte "Tae" Democrat
Not signed on (162)
162 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 162 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Democrat | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Republican | 26 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| No Party Affiliation | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 36 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| % of votes cast | 92% | 0% | 0% | 8% |
How each member voted (39)
| Member | Party | Vote |
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| Arrington, Kristen Aston | Democrat | Yea |
| Berman, Lori | Democrat | Yea |
| Bernard, Mack | Democrat | Yea |
| Bracy Davis, LaVon | Democrat | Yea |
| Davis, Tracie | Democrat | Yea |
| Jones, Shevrin D. "Shev" | Democrat | Yea |
| Osgood, Rosalind | Democrat | Yea |
| Polsky, Tina Scott | Democrat | Yea |
| Rouson, Darryl Ervin | Democrat | Yea |
| Sharief, Barbara | Democrat | Yea |
| Pizzo, Jason W. B. | No Party Affiliation | Not Voting |
| Albritton, Ben | Republican | Yea |
| Boyd, Jim | Republican | Yea |
| Bradley, Jennifer | Republican | Yea |
| Brodeur, Jason | Republican | Yea |
| Burgess, Danny | Republican | Yea |
| Burton, Colleen | Republican | Yea |
| Calatayud, Alexis | Republican | Yea |
| DiCeglie, Nick | Republican | Not Voting |
| Gaetz, Don | Republican | Yea |
| Garcia, Ileana | Republican | Yea |
| Grall, Erin | Republican | Yea |
| Gruters, Joe | Republican | Yea |
| Harrell, Gayle | Republican | Yea |
| Hooper, Ed | Republican | Yea |
| Leek, Thomas J. "Tom" | Republican | Yea |
| Martin, Jonathan | Republican | Yea |
| Massullo, Ralph E., Jr. | Republican | Yea |
| Mayfield, Debbie | Republican | Yea |
| McClain, Stan | Republican | Yea |
| Passidomo, Kathleen | Republican | Yea |
| Rodriguez, Ana Maria | Republican | Yea |
| Simon, Corey | Republican | Yea |
| Smith, David | Republican | Yea |
| Truenow, Keith L. | Republican | Yea |
| Trumbull, Jay | Republican | Not Voting |
| Vacant | Republican | Yea |
| Wright, Tom A. | Republican | Yea |
| Yarborough, Clay | Republican | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Republican | 78 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Democrat | 32 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Unaffiliated | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 114 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| % of votes cast | 97% | 0% | 0% | 3% |
How each member voted (117)
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Roll call published as PDF — view source.
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 4035 do?
- Palm Beach County; Revises requirements for examinations administered by Palm Beach County Construction Industry Licensing Board for certificates of competency; revises Board's applicant review process.
- Who sponsors HB 4035?
- HB 4035 is sponsored by State Affairs Committee and Edmonds, Jervonte "Tae" (Democrat).
- What is the current status of HB 4035?
- This bill has been sent to the executive. Introduced December 04, 2025. It awaits signature.
- Where can I track HB 4035?
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