The bill amends sections 119.0725 and 282.318 of the Florida Statutes to revise the exemptions from public records and public meetings requirements concerning agency cybersecurity information. Specifically, it extends the scheduled repeal date of these exemptions from October 2, 2027, to October 2, 2026, for section 119.0725 and from October 2, 2025, to October 2, 2026, for section 282.318. The bill maintains the confidentiality of various cybersecurity-related information, including risk assessments, evaluations, and incident reports, ensuring that disclosure does not facilitate unauthorized access or modification of sensitive data.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any portion of a public meeting that would reveal confidential information is exempt from public disclosure and must be recorded and transcribed, with those records also remaining confidential. The act is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, which requires periodic review of the exemptions to determine their necessity. The effective date of the act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 7020 Filed: 119.0725, 282.318
S 7020 er: 119.0725, 282.318