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FL S1622

FL S1622
Penalties for Late-filed Disclosures or Statements of Financial Interests


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Introduced
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/16/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act relating to penalties for late-filed disclosures or statements of financial interests; amending ss. 112.3144 and 112.3145, F.S.; prohibiting the assessment of a fine for a reporting person’s first late filing of a disclosure or statement of financial interests if certain conditions are met; providing applicability; providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill amends Florida Statutes sections 112.3144 and 112.3145 to create a new provision that prohibits the assessment of a fine for a reporting person's first late filing of a disclosure or statement of financial interests, provided that the disclosure is filed before the maximum automatic fine is reached for that year and the person has not previously received a waiver for a late filing. This protection applies to fines that begin to accrue after September 1, 2026, and aims to offer a grace period for individuals who are required to file these financial disclosures, which are important for transparency in government, but have historically faced penalties for a single instance of late filing under certain conditions.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

In Messages (on 02/19/2026)

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