This bill amends section 119.0713 of the Florida Statutes to establish an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings made by code inspectors under specific circumstances. It defines key terms such as "body camera," "code inspector," and "personal representative." The bill stipulates that recordings taken in private residences, healthcare facilities, or other private settings are confidential and exempt from public disclosure. However, it allows for certain exceptions where recordings may be disclosed, such as to individuals depicted in the recordings or their personal representatives, and under court orders.
Additionally, the bill mandates that local governments retain body camera recordings for a minimum of 90 days and provides for retroactive application of the exemption. It includes a provision for future legislative review and potential repeal of the exemption by October 2, 2030. The legislation emphasizes the necessity of protecting sensitive personal information captured in these recordings while balancing the need for transparency in code inspection activities. The act will take effect contingent upon the passage of related legislation.