Bill > S0732

This bill consolidates and updates the compensation and certification requirements for several county officers, including tax collectors, property appraisers, supervisors of elections, clerks of the circuit court, and county comptrollers. The bill repeals existing statutes related to these officers' compensation and amends Section 145.11 to standardize their salary structure. Key provisions include establishing salaries based on a 5-day workweek with prorated compensation for shorter work weeks, introducing a $2,000 annual special qualification salary for each officer type contingent upon meeting specific certification requirements from their respective oversight agencies (such as the Department of Revenue or Department of State). The bill also allows these county officers to voluntarily reduce their salary rates and streamlines cross-references in related statutes. Certification requirements typically involve completing specific training within a certain timeframe after taking office (usually 4-6 years) and maintaining certification through annual continuing education courses. The legislation aims to create more uniform standards and professional development requirements for these important county-level positions, with the changes set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/732