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FL S1278
Bill
AI Summary
- Exempts vendor background information held in Department of Management Services electronic systems from Florida public records requirements under s. 119.07(1) and the State Constitution, Art. I, s. 24(a)
- Allows the department to share exempt vendor information with other governmental entities in furtherance of their duties without waiving the exemption
- Subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act and automatically repeals on October 2, 2030, unless reenacted by the Legislature
- Justified by a public necessity finding that disclosure could jeopardize procurement integrity, vendor evaluations, and government safety—including risks of undue influence from foreign countries of concern
- Effective date is contingent on the passage and enactment of SB 1276 or similar legislation from the 2025 Regular Session, which establishes the underlying electronic vendor background information systems
Legislative Description
Public Records/Department of Management Services Vendor Information
Last Action
Died in Governmental Oversight and Accountability
6/16/2025
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