FL S1648

Exempts information received by the Department of Legal Affairs from public records requirements during investigations of data privacy violations under sections 501.1735 and 501.722, Florida Statutes, until the investigation is completed or ceases to be active.

Allows disclosure of exempted information during active investigations to furtherance official duties, notify the public about data breaches or victims, or share with other governmental entities.

Permanently exempts certain information from public disclosure after investigation completion, including personal information, computer forensic reports, proprietary information, trade secrets, and information revealing data security weaknesses.

Defines "proprietary information" as information owned by online platforms or data processors that is intended to be private, not publicly available, and would harm business operations if disclosed.

Exemptions automatically expire on October 2, 2028, unless the Legislature reviews and reenacts them under the Open Government Sunset Review Act.