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Introduced
02/22/2018
02/22/2018
In Committee
03/05/2018
03/05/2018
Crossed Over
03/01/2018
03/01/2018
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018
03/10/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides exemption from public records requirements for complaint of sexual harassment & certain information related to such complaint held by agency; provides that such complaint & information is no longer confidential & exempt in certain circumstances; authorizes release of confidential & exempt information in certain circumstances; provides for future legislative review & repeal of exemption; provides statement of public necessity.
AI Summary
This bill provides an exemption from public records requirements for complaints of sexual harassment and related information held by government agencies. The complaint and related information will remain confidential and exempt from public disclosure until the agency determines that probable cause exists. The bill also authorizes the release of the confidential and exempt information to certain parties, such as the alleged victim and the individual accused of sexual harassment, after a determination of probable cause. The exemption is subject to review and repeal by the legislature in 2023. The bill also finds that this public records exemption is necessary to protect the sensitive personal information of individuals involved in sexual harassment investigations and to encourage victims to report incidents without fear of retaliation or further harassment.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Government Accountability Committee (H)
Last Action
Died in Ethics and Elections (on 03/10/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/7091 |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/7091/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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