""We started our 60 days in the presence of Lucy, and end our 60 days in the presence of Lucy," said House Speaker Danny Perez, a Miami Republican."
""This is actually going to save lives," said one of the bill's sponsor, Rep. Vicki Lopez, a Miami-Dade Republican. "We are going to deter people from acting recklessly on the water.""
On May 2, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed Lucy's Law, a vital legislation enhancing penalties for serious boat crash injuries. Named after 17-year-old Luciana 'Lucy' Fernandez, who tragically died in a boat crash in 2022, the bill received overwhelming bipartisan support, passing 31-0 in the Senate and 93-1 in the House. The law aims to deter reckless boating behaviors and improve accountability during crash investigations, reflecting a commitment to safeguarding lives on Florida's waterways. Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the bill into law, marking a significant policy change in boating safety legislation.
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