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FL S1836

FL S1836
Public Records/Lottery Winners


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Introduced
02/26/2021
In Committee
03/04/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/30/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Creating a temporary exemption from public records requirements for the names of lottery winners who win prizes over a specified value; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity, etc.

AI Summary

This bill creates a temporary exemption from public records requirements for the names of lottery winners who win prizes over $250,000. The exemption lasts for 90 days from the date the prize is claimed, after which the winner's name is no longer confidential. The bill provides for future legislative review and potential repeal of the exemption. The Legislature finds that this exemption is necessary to protect lottery winners from the risk of being targeted by criminals due to the public availability of their identifying information.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Other Sponsors (1)

Regulated Industries (Senate)

Last Action

Died in Governmental Oversight and Accountability (on 04/30/2021)

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