This bill amends Section 16.716 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to public records and meeting exemptions for the Florida Gaming Control Commission. The bill removes the scheduled repeal of the exemption that protects certain confidential information obtained by the Commission from public disclosure. It ensures that any information deemed exempt or confidential will maintain its status and can only be shared with other governmental entities under specific conditions.

Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for closed meetings where exempt information is discussed, including requirements for written declarations of necessity for closure, maintaining a public record of such declarations, and ensuring that all closed sessions are recorded. The bill emphasizes that only authorized personnel may attend these closed portions of meetings, while also reinforcing the importance of public access to meetings in general. The effective date of the bill is upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
S 7008 pb: 16.716