Bill > S7008

This bill modifies existing Florida law regarding the Florida Gaming Control Commission's public records and meeting exemptions by removing the scheduled repeal of these exemptions. Specifically, the bill maintains protections for confidential or exempt information obtained by the commission, allowing such information to retain its exempt status even when shared with other government agencies. The bill outlines detailed procedures for closed commission meetings involving exempt information, including requirements that the commission chair must declare the necessity for a closed session in writing, record the entire closed session, and ensure that only necessary personnel are present. The closed session recordings and related documents remain confidential until the information is no longer exempt. By removing the sunset provision, the bill makes these exemption protections permanent, ensuring that sensitive gaming-related information can continue to be kept private and discussed in controlled settings. The bill takes effect immediately upon becoming law, providing immediate continuity for the commission's information handling practices.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/7008