This bill establishes a new section, 14.059, in the Florida Statutes to outline the procedures and responsibilities associated with gubernatorial transitions. It mandates that the current Governor designate a transition liaison within the Executive Office of the Governor no later than ten days after the primary election. This liaison will serve as the main contact between the outgoing administration and the Governor-elect, coordinating transition planning and operations with state agencies. Additionally, each state agency must appoint its own transition liaison to prepare standardized briefing books and facilitate access to agency leadership and records for the Governor-elect and their staff during the transition period.

The bill also requires the Department of Management Services to provide temporary office facilities for the Governor-elect and their staff during the transition. It stipulates that state agencies must grant access to agency records, including those that are confidential, under specific conditions, and outlines penalties for violations of these provisions. Furthermore, the Florida Digital Service is tasked with providing necessary technological resources to the Governor-elect and their staff. The bill amends section 14.057 to conform to these new requirements, specifically removing outdated language regarding the provision of temporary office facilities.

Statutes affected:
S 1078 Filed: 14.057