Proposed: Florida fines for contractors who don't pay subcontractors

What changed

This is a PROPOSED rule change. It is not in force yet and could change before adoption. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

Proposed rule 61G4-17.001 sets penalty ranges for violating s.489.1295, F.S.: failing to pay a subcontractor or supplier for services, labor or materials. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

First offense: $1,000 minimum, up to a $2,500 fine plus probation or suspension. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

Repeat offense: $2,500 minimum, up to a $5,000 fine plus probation, suspension or revocation. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

Related proposed rules 61G4-19.001 and 61G4-22.001 would let this violation be handled by citation or by mediation. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

The notice was published October 13, 2026. Comments close November 3, 2026. (source: Florida Administrative Register Vol. 52/199 (Oct 13, 2026) (opens in a new tab))

Affected pages

• Florida contractor license lookup
• /florida/do-i-need-a-license/
• /florida/hiring-a-contractor/