House Bill 1389 amends Florida Statutes to create specific exemptions from public records requirements for certain communications and personal information related to the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC). The bill exempts written communications prepared for PERC's orders and the personal identifying information of PERC officials and their families, emphasizing the need for confidentiality to ensure the commission's effective operation. It also clarifies that while PERC's deliberations are closed to the public, hearings and oral arguments will remain accessible. The bill includes a contingent effective date and a statement of public necessity to justify these exemptions.

In addition to PERC-related provisions, the bill enhances privacy protections for various public employees and their families by exempting their personal information, such as home addresses and photographs, from public disclosure. This includes protections for emergency medical technicians, child advocacy center staff, and domestic violence advocates, among others. The bill introduces a sunset provision, ensuring that these exemptions will be reviewed and potentially repealed under the Open Government Sunset Review Act unless reenacted by the Legislature. Overall, the bill underscores the necessity of protecting the personal information of public employees due to the heightened risks they face in their roles.

Statutes affected:
H 1389 Filed: 447.205, 119.071