The bill 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 includes the exemption of home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of these individuals, along with the names, home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and places of employment of their spouses and children. Additionally, the names and locations of schools and daycare facilities attended by the children of medical examiners are also protected. The exemption is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and is set to be repealed on October 2, 2030, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts it.

The bill emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the personal information of medical examiners and their families to enhance their safety and privacy, citing potential security risks associated with public disclosure. It includes provisions for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption, ensuring oversight. The act will take effect upon becoming law, highlighting the balance between public access to records and the need for privacy for specific public service personnel.

Statutes affected:
S 746 Filed: 119.071