The bill establishes the Office of Secure Florida within the Department of Commerce, which will be responsible for administering and enforcing compliance with E-Verify and employment authorization, as well as overseeing the purchase and registration of real property in Florida by foreign principals. This new office is added as the eighth division under the Department of Commerce, alongside existing divisions focused on economic and community development, workforce services, finance, and information technology.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $1,725,423 in recurring funds from the General Revenue Fund for the 2024-2025 fiscal year to support the operations of the Office of Secure Florida, including funding for salaries, expenses, and contracted services. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is found invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
S 10A Filed: 20.60