This bill amends sections 145.051 and 145.09 of the Florida Statutes, which pertain to the salaries of local government officials, specifically the clerks of the circuit court, county comptrollers, and supervisors of elections. The bill revises the base salaries for these positions based on the population of their respective counties. Notably, the base salary for each population group has been increased, with the minimum salary for Group I rising from $21,250 to $26,250, and similar increases for the other groups, culminating in a maximum salary for Group VI increasing from $36,475 to $41,475.

The bill also maintains the structure for additional compensation based on population increments over the minimum for each group, which remains unchanged. The effective date for these changes is set for October 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to provide a more equitable salary structure for local government officials in Florida, reflecting the growing responsibilities and demands of these positions.

Statutes affected:
S 842 Filed: 145.051, 145.09