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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCJB) -We told you about a new law that improves safety precautions when it comes to custody exchange.

However, here are some other laws people in North Central Florida should be aware of.

As you know, many people spotted a bear on UF’s campus last month. Now, taking on bears is up to you with House Bill 87.

People are allowed to shoot a bear if their pet or property is at risk. Any force has to be reported to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation within 24 hours of the incident.

A new child labor law will allow 16 and 17-year-olds to work longer hours. House Bill 49 allows parents and school superintendents to waive a 30-hour-a-week limit when school is in session. Restrictions are relaxed even further for virtual and home-schooled students.

House Bill 931 will allow school districts to have chaplains. The volunteer chaplains can counsel students at public and charter schools. Chaplains are required to disclose their religion, and services, and pass a background check. Students have to get permission from their parents.

The state will have control over when workers can take a break from the heat. House Bill 433 will prevent cities and counties from creating their requirements for businesses about heat exposure protections for workers.

View the whole list here.

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