The bill amends section 1004.098 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to the applicants for the position of president at state universities or Florida College System institutions. It introduces a new definition for the term "final group of applicants," specifying that it refers to no fewer than two applicants who will receive final consideration for the position. Additionally, the bill redesignates existing subsections and modifies the language in paragraph (a) of the current subsection (2) to clarify the exemption of certain meeting portions from public records and meetings laws, particularly those that would reveal personal identifying information of applicants.

The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025. The changes aim to enhance the confidentiality of the applicant vetting process while ensuring that a minimum number of candidates are considered for leadership positions within the state's educational institutions.