The bill amends Florida Statutes to authorize individuals to request expedited services from the Department of State in a specified manner. Specifically, it introduces a new provision that allows a person to submit an expedited service request form either in person or through electronic transmission, explicitly prohibiting requests via mail. Additionally, the bill updates the fees associated with filing documents and issuing certificates, including a cross-reference adjustment in section 610.104 regarding cable or video service franchise certificates.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the fees for various filings, such as articles of incorporation and applications for registered names, while establishing a processing fee for certificateholders who must update their information every five years. The application and processing fees are directed to the Department of State for deposit into the Clearing Funds Trust Fund, which will subsequently transfer funds to the General Inspection Trust Fund of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The act is contingent upon the passage of related legislation in the same session.

Statutes affected:
H 1363 Filed: 607.0122, 610.104