The bill amends section 790.065 of the Florida Statutes to provide an exemption from public records requirements for records containing information about buyers or transferees of ammunition who are not prohibited from receiving or transferring such items under Florida and federal law. Specifically, it states that any records created by the Department of Law Enforcement for conducting criminal history checks related to these individuals will be confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The Department is also required to destroy these records within 48 hours after communicating approval or disapproval to the licensee.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision for future legislative review and potential repeal of this exemption, with a sunset date set for October 2, 2030. It emphasizes the public necessity of keeping this information confidential to prevent harassment of lawful firearm owners and to protect their Second Amendment rights. The act will take effect contingent upon the passage of related legislation (HB 53 or similar) in the same legislative session.

Statutes affected:
H 55 Filed: 790.065