The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to exemptions from public record requirements, specifically regarding property photographs and personal identifying information related to disaster recovery assistance. The amendment removes the scheduled repeal date for the exemption, ensuring that this confidentiality will remain in effect indefinitely unless further legislative action is taken.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the confidential information held by certain governmental entities, such as the Department of Commerce and local housing agencies, remains exempt from public records inspection. This includes medical history records and information related to health or property insurance provided by applicants or participants in housing assistance programs. The bill emphasizes that while these records are confidential, they can still be accessed for auditing purposes and may be used in legal proceedings, provided they remain confidential unless a court orders otherwise. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 7005 Filed: 119.071