The bill amends Chapter 83-456 of the Laws of Florida, focusing on the employment structure and procedures within the Leon County Sheriff's Office. It establishes that all full-time sworn and civilian employees will achieve permanent status after one year of service, with provisions for suspension or dismissal only for cause. The bill also outlines a transition process for new Sheriffs, ensuring that current permanent personnel are retained unless there is just cause for dismissal. Additionally, it revises the procedures for Career Service Appeals Boards, including the representation of the Sheriff by the Sheriff's General Counsel and the admissibility of evidence during hearings.

Key changes include the deletion of previous provisions related to the handling of complaints against employees, such as the requirement for immediate action on complaints and the specific steps the Sheriff must take when a complaint is found to be well-founded or unfounded. The bill also eliminates the detailed structure of the Complaint Review Board. Furthermore, it introduces a new provision stating that the act's provisions are severable, ensuring that if any part is deemed unconstitutional, the remaining provisions will still be valid. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, aiming to streamline employment and disciplinary processes while safeguarding employee rights.