This bill amends various sections of the Florida Statutes concerning the operations and budget management of clerks of the court. It allows for the cumulative excess of funds to be used in developing the total combined budgets of the clerks, thereby enhancing budget flexibility. Notably, it removes the requirement for the Department of Revenue to transfer 50 percent of the original revenue projection from the Clerks of the Court Trust Fund to the General Revenue Fund by February 1 each year, enabling clerks to retain these funds for budget development. The bill also mandates that the Florida Clerks of Court Operations Corporation ensure that total combined budgets do not exceed estimated revenues and includes provisions for managing reserves and conducting budget reviews.

Additionally, the bill introduces new procedures for foreclosure sales, designating clerks of court as the sole entities authorized to conduct these sales. It outlines the necessary steps for public auctions, including the publication of sale notices and the disbursement process for sale proceeds. The legislation further allows for the electronic sale of real or personal property under court orders, incorporating electronic proxy bidding and requiring bidders to provide sufficient funds for deposits. It ensures public access to these electronic sales and clarifies that objections to bid amounts do not affect the purchaser's title. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 532 Filed: 45.035, 721.83
S 532 c1: 28.37, 28.35
S 532 c2: 28.37, 28.35, 45.031