This bill amends section 768.28 of the Florida Statutes to expand the definition of "state agencies or subdivisions" to include county constitutional officers in the context of sovereign immunity in tort actions. The inclusion of county constitutional officers allows for a waiver of sovereign immunity, thereby enabling these officers to be held civilly liable in tort cases. This change aims to clarify the legal standing of county constitutional officers in relation to tort actions and aligns them with other state entities.

The bill specifies that the amendment will take effect on July 1, 2026. By incorporating county constitutional officers into the definition of state agencies or subdivisions, the legislation seeks to enhance accountability and ensure that these officers can be pursued for damages in tort actions, similar to other governmental entities.

Statutes affected:
S 1208 Filed: 768.28