Every year since he took office, Republican Rep. Tom Fabricio has filed legislation to deliver relief to homeowners whose properties have been damaged by blast mining at nearby limestone quarries.

The Legislature has largely ignored his effort. But he’s not stopping.

This week, Fabricio refiled legislation ( HB 115 ) to establish a path to compensation to residents whose homes sit within 3 miles of mining operations.

If passed, the measure would guarantee eligible homeowners the ability to seek payment through a complaint filed with the Division of Administrative Hearings ( DOAH ). It would also ensure that this state-level proceeding preempts local claims processes.

The issue is close to home for Fabricio — literally. A Miami Lakes resident by way of Miramar, he has

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