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Introduced
09/21/2021
09/21/2021
In Committee
02/10/2022
02/10/2022
Crossed Over
02/17/2022
02/17/2022
Passed
02/17/2022
02/17/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/26/2022
05/26/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to public records; amending s. 24.1051, F.S.; creating a temporary exemption from public records for the names of lottery winners who win prizes of more than a specified value; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates a temporary exemption from public records for the names of lottery winners who win prizes of more than $250,000. The exemption lasts for 90 days from the date the prize is claimed, unless the winner consents to the release of their name or it is required to be released under other laws. The bill also includes a provision for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption. The Legislature finds that this exemption is necessary to protect lottery winners from potentially becoming targets of criminal acts due to the public release of their identifying information.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Chapter No. 2022-134 (on 05/26/2022)
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