The proposed bill, titled the "Stop the Sale of Enslavement Records Act," aims to prohibit the commercial sale, resale, auction, or distribution for profit of historical records that document the sale and trade of enslaved individuals in Florida. The legislation outlines the importance of preserving these records ethically, emphasizing that their commodification perpetuates the dehumanization of enslaved individuals and their descendants. It establishes penalties for violations, including civil penalties up to $10,000 and the seizure of the records, which would be transferred to appropriate historical or educational institutions.

The bill assigns the Department of State the responsibility for overseeing compliance and enforcement, while granting the Attorney General the authority to initiate civil actions against violators. It also mandates the establishment of an online reporting system for the public to report suspected violations and requires the use of existing state resources for funding its implementation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.