This bill establishes a new section, 491.023, in the Florida Statutes, which provides exemptions from public records and meetings requirements specifically for information related to the Social Work Licensure Compact. It exempts personal identifying information of social workers, excluding their name, licensure status, or licensure number, from public records laws unless disclosure is authorized by the state that reported the information. Additionally, it allows for certain meetings of the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and its committees to be exempt from public meeting requirements when discussing sensitive topics such as legal advice, noncompliance issues, or personnel matters.

The bill also stipulates that recordings, minutes, and records generated during these exempt meetings are not subject to public records laws. It includes provisions for future legislative review and potential repeal of these exemptions, with a sunset clause set for October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill emphasizes the necessity of these exemptions to effectively implement and administer the Social Work Licensure Compact, which is crucial for Florida's participation as a member state. The act is contingent upon the passage of related legislation.