This bill amends section 252.385 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to public records exemptions for individuals provided public emergency shelter during storms or catastrophic events. The amendment specifically removes the scheduled repeal of the exemption that protects the addresses and telephone numbers of these individuals from public records requirements. Previously, this exemption was subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and was set to expire on October 2, 2026, unless reviewed and reenacted by the Legislature.

With the new legal language, the bill ensures that the personal information of individuals who utilize emergency shelter services remains confidential indefinitely, without the risk of automatic repeal. The effective date for this change is set for October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 7000 pb: 252.385