Overview
Florida vacation rental and public lodging operators must comply with state human‑trafficking awareness laws outlined in Florida Statute 509.096.
These requirements ensure employees are trained to identify warning signs and know the proper reporting procedures.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All operators must post an official human‑trafficking awareness sign:
- Minimum size: 11 x 15 inches
- Font size: 32‑point type or larger
- Must appear in English and Spanish
- Must list the Florida DBPR Human Trafficking Hotline:
1‑855‑FLA‑SAFE (1‑855‑352‑7233)
Signs must be displayed in a conspicuous location accessible to employees.
Operators must ensure staff complete state‑approved human‑trafficking awareness training.
Free training resources are available through:
- Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking
https://www.floridaallianceendht.com/training/
Employees must follow DBPR‑approved reporting procedures when identifying signs of potential trafficking.
Additional information and resources:
Support Resources
Rethreaded
Businesses seeking additional educational materials or partnership opportunities related to human trafficking prevention may contact:
https://rethreaded.com/
Official DBPR Sign Template
You may download the official required sign through the DBPR Human Trafficking Public Awareness Sign resource page.
For questions, contact:
Office of Consumer Affairs Hotline
904‑255‑7198