This bill amends section 106.147 of the Florida Statutes to enhance regulations surrounding campaign-related communications, specifically targeting telephone calls and text messages to voters. It introduces a new subsection that prohibits candidates, individuals, or organizations from contacting voters who have indicated they do not consent to such communications. Voters can express their lack of consent during a phone call or by responding "Stop" to a text message. Upon receiving this indication, the responsible party must immediately cease all communications with the voter.
Additionally, the bill allows voters who are not respected in their request to stop communications to take legal action against the violators in a court of competent jurisdiction. If successful, the voter is entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs. The bill also specifies penalties for willful violations, classifying them as misdemeanors of the first degree. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025.