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FL S7056

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2024

Primary Sponsor

Rules

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Origin

Senate

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts from public records requirements any information held by the Department of Law Enforcement, law enforcement agencies, school districts, or charter schools that would identify whether an individual has been certified as a school guardian
  • Justifies the exemption on grounds that disclosing guardian identities could allow potential assailants to identify armed personnel on campus, undermining the deterrent effect and compromising the safety of students, school personnel, and the guardians themselves
  • Subjects the public records exemption to Florida's Open Government Sunset Review Act, with automatic repeal on October 2, 2029, unless reenacted by the Legislature
  • Notes that guardians may leave and later return to their appointments while maintaining certification, meaning their safety could be compromised if their status becomes public record during periods of inactivity
  • Takes effect contingent on the passage of SB 1356 or similar legislation during the same legislative session

Legislative Description

Public Records/School Guardians

Last Action

Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1509

3/4/2024

Full Bill Text

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