This bill amends section 119.0713 of the Florida Statutes to establish an exemption from public records requirements for body camera recordings made by code inspectors under specific circumstances. It defines key terms such as "body camera," "code inspector," and "personal representative." The bill stipulates that recordings taken in private residences, healthcare facilities, or other private settings are confidential and exempt from public disclosure. However, it allows for certain exceptions where local governments can disclose these recordings in the course of their official duties or to individuals depicted in the recordings, among others.
Additionally, the bill mandates that local governments retain body camera recordings for a minimum of 90 days and provides for retroactive application of the exemption. It includes a provision for future legislative review and potential repeal of the exemption by October 2, 2031. The Division of Library and Information Services is directed to adopt a retention requirement for these recordings by October 1, 2026. The act will take effect contingent upon the passage of related legislation.