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 amends the language regarding the confidentiality of meetings held to identify or vet these applicants.

The bill also clarifies that any portion of a meeting that involves the identification or vetting of applicants, which may disclose personal identifying information that is confidential, is exempt from public meeting laws. This exemption is intended to protect the privacy of applicants during the selection process. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.