The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes to reform the management of the Department of Management Services, particularly focusing on the state employees' prescription drug program and the Capitol Complex. It changes the plan year for formulary management of prescription drugs from 2020 to 2027 and removes the requirement for certain drugs to be included in the formulary based on medical necessity. Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that mandates administrative health insurance assessments against state agencies for vacant positions, effective July 1, 2026. It also eliminates the requirement for a program to ensure the inclusion of women and minorities in Selected Exempt Service positions and designates the Governor, Cabinet officers, and the Legislature as permanent tenants of the Capitol Complex, with restrictions on altering their allocated spaces.

Moreover, the bill aims to enhance the participation of Florida-based small businesses and minority business enterprises (MBEs) in state procurement processes. It rebrands the Office of Supplier Diversity to the Office of Supplier Development, focusing on supporting small businesses and introducing new responsibilities such as creating electronic certification processes for veteran-owned businesses. The bill removes several provisions related to MBE procurement goals and compliance reporting, while emphasizing the need for agencies to notify the Office of Supplier Development about significant procurements. It also establishes guidelines for joint ventures to meet MBE spending goals and outlines procedures for addressing discrimination in public procurement. The overall intent is to streamline procurement processes while promoting equitable opportunities for minority businesses in Florida, with the act set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 5207E Filed: 110.12315, 110.605, 272.04, 272.121, 272.16, 287.09451, 318.18, 318.21, 17.11, 24.113, 212.096, 255.101, 287.055, 287.094, 288.1167, 376.3072, 376.84, 1001.706