The proposed bill aims to enhance the privacy and security of certain public servants in Florida by allowing them to prevent the disclosure of their personal information by data brokers. It establishes a new section, 111.101, in the Florida Statutes, which defines key terms and outlines the rights of "covered persons," including active and former law enforcement personnel, judges, and their families. These individuals can provide written notice to data brokers to prohibit the release of their protected information, which includes home addresses, phone numbers, and other personal identifiers. The bill also specifies that data brokers must comply with these requests within ten business days and outlines the legal recourse available to covered persons if their information is disclosed without authorization.

Additionally, the bill sets forth the enforcement mechanisms for violations, including civil actions against data brokers who fail to comply with nondisclosure requests. It establishes a standard of ordinary negligence for liability and clarifies that it is not a defense if the protected information was publicly available from other sources. The bill provides for damages, including actual or liquidated damages, punitive damages for willful violations, and reasonable attorney fees. It emphasizes the importance of protecting public servants from threats and violence, reflecting the rising concerns over their safety in the digital age. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.