This bill establishes new regulations for employers receiving economic development incentives from state agencies in Florida, specifically outlined in the newly created section 447.18 of the Florida Statutes. It mandates that employers must sign an agreement with the state agency awarding the incentive, which includes provisions prohibiting certain actions related to labor organizations. These prohibitions include granting union recognition based solely on signed authorization cards, disclosing employees' personal contact information to labor organizations without consent, signing neutrality agreements, and requiring subcontractors to engage in similar prohibited activities. The bill also allows individuals to report suspected violations to the Attorney General, who is tasked with investigating and determining if a violation has occurred.
Additionally, the bill requires state agencies to execute a separate written agreement with the recipient of the economic development incentive, which reserves the right to recover funds if the recipient fails to comply with the established terms. This separate agreement must be effective for the duration of the project or up to 20 years, depending on the amount of the incentive awarded. The provisions of this bill will apply to any agreements entered into, renewed, or modified after July 1, 2026, and it is intended to ensure that state funds are awarded under conditions that protect employees' rights regarding union representation and personal information. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.