This bill aims to enhance legislative oversight of executive agencies in Florida by amending various sections of the Florida Statutes. Key provisions include the establishment of divisions, offices, bureaus, sections, and subsections within executive departments solely through specific statutory enactment. Additionally, it mandates that certain appointments made by the Secretaries of Business and Professional Regulation, Transportation, Corrections, and other departments are subject to review and approval by the Legislature. The bill also requires the Legislature to review and potentially dissolve certain divisions and offices by a specified date, thereby increasing accountability and oversight.

Furthermore, the bill repeals the Office of Minority Health and Health Equity within the Department of Health and consolidates decision-making authority for information technology under the state chief information officer. It also includes conforming amendments to various sections to align with these changes. The effective date for the act is set for July 1, 2026. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the structure of executive agencies while ensuring that legislative oversight is strengthened.

Statutes affected:
S 1486 Filed: 20.04, 20.165, 20.23, 20.315, 20.316, 20.41, 20.43, 20.60, 282.0051, 381.735, 383.2163, 409.91235