House Bill 231 amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to define "medical examiner" and establish an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners, as well as their spouses and children. This exemption includes sensitive information such as home addresses, telephone numbers, and dates of birth, aimed at protecting the privacy and safety of these individuals. The bill also incorporates provisions for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption, ensuring ongoing oversight. The exemption will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature.

Furthermore, the bill mandates a written and notarized request from the individual or their employing agency to maintain the exempt status of this information. It requires county property appraisers and tax collectors to comply with such requests by removing the exempt individual's information from publicly available records. The legislation underscores the necessity of safeguarding the personal information of medical examiners due to the potential security risks associated with their roles, thereby enhancing their privacy protections while maintaining a framework for legislative oversight.

Statutes affected:
H 231 Filed: 119.071