The bill establishes a new section, 257.51, in the Florida Statutes, which preempts all regulatory authority over presidential libraries to the state and defers such authority to the Federal Government. It defines presidential libraries as unique national institutions that house, preserve, and provide access to the records of former presidents, as outlined in the Presidential Libraries Act. The legislation explicitly prohibits counties, municipalities, or other political subdivisions from enacting or enforcing any regulations regarding the establishment, maintenance, or operations of presidential libraries unless authorized by federal law.
This act aims to ensure a uniform regulatory framework for presidential libraries across Florida, emphasizing their significance as national institutions. By centralizing regulatory authority at the federal level, the bill seeks to prevent local governments from imposing varying rules that could hinder the operation and accessibility of these libraries. The act will take effect upon becoming law.