This bill amends section 50.0311 of the Florida Statutes to update the definitions of "governmental agency" and "publicly accessible website." It expands the definition of a governmental agency to include the clerk of the circuit court and tax collector, and revises the definition of a publicly accessible website to refer specifically to a governmental agency's official website rather than just the county's website. The bill also authorizes governmental agencies to publish legally required advertisements and notices on their own websites or the county's website if doing so is more cost-effective than publishing in a newspaper. Additionally, the bill reenacts several sections of the Florida Statutes to ensure that references to legal notices and advertisements align with these new definitions and provisions.

Furthermore, the bill enhances public notice requirements for local government and school district budget processes by mandating that notices regarding budget hearings and proposed millage rates be published on publicly accessible websites, alongside traditional print media. It requires school districts to advertise their intent to adopt a tentative budget on their official websites or in newspapers within 29 days of value certification and to hold public hearings within a specified timeframe. The bill allows for postponements of hearings due to emergencies, with requirements for public notification of any changes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aims to improve transparency and public participation in local government financial decisions.