The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes to enhance the planning and performance measurement requirements for state agencies and the judicial branch. It deletes the definitions of "disincentive" and "incentive," while revising the definition of "fixed capital outlay" to clarify that it does not include minor repairs or maintenance. The bill mandates that long-range program plans be based on established policies and driven by priorities and outcomes, requiring these plans to include performance measures, trends, and conditions relevant to state goals. Additionally, it establishes a new requirement for agencies to submit their long-range program plans to the Legislative Budget Commission annually by September 15 and prohibits changes to approved budgets until compliance with these plans is achieved.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes performance accountability by requiring state agencies and the judicial branch to adopt specific performance measures and outcomes, including metrics related to administrative costs and vacancy rates. It mandates the development of at least five additional performance measures that reflect key functions and requires justifications for each measure. The bill also outlines the process for amending performance measures, which now requires approval from the Legislative Budget Commission, and allows the Executive Office of the Governor to transfer funds between agencies for specific purposes. Overall, the amendments aim to improve accountability and efficiency in state operations, particularly in housing and service delivery, with the act set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 7024 pb: 216.013, 216.163, 216.177, 216.181, 216.1815, 216.1826, 216.1827, 216.262, 121.051, 186.021, 420.0003, 420.511, 489.145, 985.619, 1002.37