The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to create a public records exemption for the personal identifying and location information of current municipal clerks, their staff, and their families. This includes protections for home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, photographs, and the names and locations of schools and daycare facilities attended by their children. The bill also stipulates that these exemptions will be subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, remaining in effect until October 2, 2030, unless reviewed and reenacted by the Legislature.

In addition to establishing these exemptions, the bill includes a statement of public necessity, highlighting the safety concerns associated with disclosing such personal information due to the critical roles municipal clerks and their staff play in administrative functions. The Legislature argues that the risks posed by potential threats or violence outweigh any public interest in accessing this information. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, ensuring prompt implementation of these privacy protections.

Statutes affected:
S 840 Filed: 119.071