This bill establishes a new section, 14.059, in the Florida Statutes to outline the procedures and responsibilities related to gubernatorial transitions. It mandates that the current Governor designate a transition liaison within the Executive Office of the Governor within ten days after the primary election. This liaison will serve as the main contact for the Governor-elect and oversee transition planning, including the creation of a transition directory and training for the incoming administration. Additionally, each state agency must appoint its own transition liaison to facilitate communication and provide necessary information and resources to the Governor-elect and their staff during the transition period.

The bill also requires the Department of Management Services and state agencies to provide temporary office facilities and information technology resources to the Governor-elect and their staff. It ensures that the Governor-elect has access to all state agency records, including confidential and exempt records, under specific conditions. Violations of these provisions could result in criminal penalties. Furthermore, the bill amends section 14.057 to conform to these new requirements, specifically regarding the provision of temporary office facilities for the Governor-elect and their staff.

Statutes affected:
S 1078 Filed: 14.057
S 1078 c1: 14.057