FL S0236

Complaints, referrals, and reports alleging sexual harassment or sexual misconduct held by agencies are made confidential and exempt from public records requirements until the agency decides not to investigate, takes final disciplinary action, or makes a probable cause finding

Personal identifying information of alleged victims of sexual harassment or sexual misconduct remains permanently confidential and exempt, even after investigations conclude, and cannot be disclosed in public proceedings or meetings

Portions of meetings where sexual harassment or misconduct allegations are discussed are exempt from public meeting requirements until investigation concludes, disciplinary action is finalized, or probable cause is determined

Alleged violators in sexual harassment/misconduct cases cannot request that related records and proceedings be made public, unlike other ethics complaints where subjects may waive confidentiality

All exemptions are subject to Open Government Sunset Review and will automatically repeal on October 2, 2024, unless reenacted by the Legislature