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This bill establishes standards for the fiduciary duty of care for appointed public officials and executive officers of governmental entities in Florida. It requires these officials to act with care, competence, and diligence, stay informed, maintain oversight, and avoid conduct that could damage the financial interests of the governmental entity they serve. The bill also mandates a minimum of 5 hours of board governance training for appointed public officials and executive officers, to be provided or approved by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Additionally, the appointment of executive officers and general counsels must be approved by a majority vote of the governmental entity, and legal counsel must represent the interests of the governmental entity, not individual employees.

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Community Affairs (Senate), Governmental Oversight and Accountability (Senate)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2020/1270