Bill > S0302

This bill amends the Florida public records law to create a new exemption for personal identifying and location information of current and former employees of the Judicial Qualifications Commission (JQC), as well as their spouses and children. Specifically, the bill protects home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs of JQC employees from public disclosure. The exemption also covers the names, addresses, and employment details of their family members, including the names and locations of schools and day care facilities attended by their children. The bill provides context for this exemption, explaining that JQC employees face potential harassment and intimidation from dissatisfied litigants who may blame commission staff for judicial decisions. The exemption is subject to legislative review and will automatically expire on October 2, 2030, unless renewed by the Legislature. The bill includes a statement of public necessity, arguing that protecting this personal information is crucial to prevent potential physical harm and harassment of JQC employees and their families. The new law will take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply retroactively to information held by agencies before, on, or after the effective date.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/302