The bill amends Florida statutes related to the recording of instruments conveying real property, specifically sections 117.021 and 695.26. It introduces a requirement for electronic signatures used in notarial acts to include a date, time stamp, and the names of the grantor and grantee, which must appear as a watermark to prevent unauthorized copying. Additionally, the bill mandates that certain instruments cannot be recorded without presenting a valid identification document, defined as a government-issued photographic ID that includes the individual's name, address, photograph, and signature.
Furthermore, the bill allows clerks of the circuit court to return instruments for correction if they do not meet the specified requirements, with a stipulation that such instruments must be returned within three business days of receipt. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.