The bill amends section 119.0713 of the Florida Statutes to establish an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings made by code inspectors under specific circumstances. It defines key terms such as "body camera," "code inspector," and "personal representative," and stipulates that recordings are confidential if taken in private residences, healthcare facilities, or other private settings. The bill allows for certain disclosures of these recordings, including to individuals depicted in the recordings or their personal representatives, while also requiring local governments to retain these recordings for at least 90 days.
Additionally, the bill includes a statement of public necessity, emphasizing the need for confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the information captured by body cameras. It provides for retroactive application of the exemption and mandates a review of the exemption by the Legislature, which is set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed. The act will take effect concurrently with related legislation, ensuring that the provisions are enacted in a timely manner.