The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to enhance privacy protections for current public officers and their families by exempting specific personal information from public records disclosure. It introduces new legal definitions for terms such as "partial home addresses" and "public officer," and specifies that the partial home addresses and telephone numbers of public officers, their spouses, and adult children, as well as the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth of their minor children, are exempt from public disclosure. Additionally, the names and locations of schools and daycare facilities attended by the minor children of public officers are also protected. These exemptions are subject to review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act, with a potential repeal date set for October 2, 2030.

The bill outlines a comprehensive list of exemptions for various categories of personnel, including law enforcement and judicial officials, detailing the specific personal information that is protected. It emphasizes the importance of these exemptions for the safety and privacy of public officials and their families, arguing that the risks associated with disclosing such personal information outweigh any public interest in its release. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aims to encourage individuals to pursue public office without fear for their safety.

Statutes affected:
S 268 Filed: 119.071
S 268 c1: 119.071