Bill > S0964

This bill modifies Florida's financial disclosure requirements for reporting individuals and procurement employees, primarily changing where and how they report certain gifts and honorarium expenses. Currently, these individuals file annual reports about gifts over $100 or honorarium expenses with their standard financial disclosure statements, but the bill now requires them to file these specific reports directly with the Commission on Ethics instead. The changes apply to both current employees and those who have left office or employment within the specified reporting year. For gifts, individuals must still list details like the name of the gift provider, a description of the gift, the date it was given, and the total value of gifts for the calendar year. Similarly, for honorarium expenses, they must disclose the name, address, and affiliation of the person providing the expenses, the amount, date of the event, and a description of expenses. The bill simplifies the reporting process by creating a more centralized reporting mechanism through the Commission on Ethics and eliminates the previous requirement to file these reports alongside standard financial disclosure statements. The changes will take effect immediately upon becoming law.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/964