This 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 agencies to submit these plans to the Legislative Budget Commission annually by September 15. It also prohibits agencies from making changes to their approved budgets for certain expenditures until compliance with the long-range program plans is achieved, thereby enhancing accountability and ensuring alignment with legislative priorities.

Additionally, the bill introduces new performance measures and outcomes that each state agency and the judicial branch must adopt, including metrics related to administrative costs and audit findings. It streamlines the process for budget requests and performance evaluations by removing previous deadlines for developing long-range program plans. The bill also emphasizes the importance of collaboration and efficiency in service delivery, particularly through the Children and Youth Cabinet's long-range planning process. These changes are set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and aim to improve government operations through enhanced performance measurement and reporting.

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