RELATING TO HARBORS.

HB 948 requires the Department of Transportation to build, maintain, and operate customs and security facilities at commercial harbors. This bill directly affects commercial harbor operators and the Department of Transportation, mandating new infrastructure responsibilities. The key provision shifts the planning and operational burden for these facilities from harbor entities to the state DOT. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing on agency duties rather than altering harbor regulations or funding. It is currently in early stages, having been introduced on January 23, 2025.