FL S0230

Establishes the "Florida Security and Immigration Compliance Act" requiring state contractors to register and participate in federal work-authorization programs, with phased compliance based on employer size beginning July 1, 2012.

Applies federal work-authorization requirements to Department of Transportation contracts and all state agency contracts for contractual services, with contractors certifying compliance and subcontractors subject to the same requirements.

Directs the Chief of Domestic Security to negotiate a memorandum of understanding with federal agencies on enforcement of immigration laws, detention and removal of unlawfully present individuals, and establishes immigration-related law enforcement training standards contingent on federal funding.

Requires county and municipal detention facilities to verify the lawful immigration status of detained persons charged with crimes within 48 hours through query to Department of Homeland Security and notify DHS if person is unlawfully present.

Mandates all state agencies verify lawful presence in the United States by July 1, 2012 for applicants 18 and older seeking state or local public benefits, with exceptions for emergency medical care, disaster relief, immunizations, prenatal care, and postsecondary education.