The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to create an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of certain current or former personnel of the Agency for Health Care Administration. This includes sensitive information such as names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these personnel, as well as similar information for their spouses and children. The exemption is designed to protect the safety and privacy of individuals involved in law enforcement, health care, and public service roles, particularly those investigating complaints against health care facilities and Medicaid fraud.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that this exemption will be subject to future legislative review and repeal, specifically under the Open Government Sunset Review Act, with a review scheduled before its expiration on October 2, 2030. The bill also includes a statement of public necessity, emphasizing that the potential risks associated with disclosing this personal information outweigh any public interest in its release. The new provisions are set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 342 Filed: 119.071
S 342 c1: 119.071