This bill amends section 30.15 of the Florida Statutes to exempt certain information regarding school security guards from public records requirements. Specifically, it states that information held by the Department of Law Enforcement, law enforcement agencies, school districts, or charter schools that identifies whether an individual has been certified as a school security guard is exempt from public disclosure. The bill includes a provision for future legislative review and repeal of this exemption, which is set to expire on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature.

The bill also provides a statement of public necessity, emphasizing the importance of protecting the identities of school security guards to ensure their safety and the safety of students. It argues that public disclosure of this information could undermine the deterrent effect of having security personnel on school grounds and could compromise their ability to respond effectively to emergencies. The act is contingent upon the passage of related legislation, SB 1470, and will take effect simultaneously with that bill if it is adopted.

Statutes affected:
S 1472 Filed: 30.15