TALLAHASSEE, FLA. (WSVN) - A Florida senator introduced a bill that would make smoking on public beaches in Florida illegal.

Republican Sen. Joe Gruters, representing Sarasota County, filed Senate Bill 218 for consideration when the legislative session resumes on March 5.

Under Gruters’ proposal, police would have the authority to issue citations to people caught smoking on public beaches across the state.

Penalties include fines up to $25 or 10 hours of community service.

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