The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to define "medical examiner" and create 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 home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs, which will not be subject to public disclosure under sections 119.07(1) and 24(a), Article I of the State Constitution. The legislation aims to enhance the privacy and safety of these individuals due to the sensitive nature of their work, while also ensuring that the exemption is subject to future legislative review and potential repeal.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for maintaining the exempt status of this information, requiring a written and notarized request from the individuals involved. It mandates that county property appraisers and tax collectors comply with these requests by removing the relevant information from public records. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the personal privacy of medical examiners and their families, citing security risks and the potential disruption of their public duties as justifications for the exemption. The exemption will be reviewed under the Open Government Sunset Review Act and is set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature.

Statutes affected:
S 746 Filed: 119.071