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FL S1550
Bill
AI Summary
- Cited as the "Stop the Sale of Enslavement Records Act," the bill would prohibit the commercial sale, resale, auction, or distribution for profit of historical records documenting the sale and trade of enslaved individuals in Florida, including digital reproductions and facsimiles
- Donations or transfers of such records to accredited historical, educational, or research institutions for study, preservation, or public education are exempt, as is display in museums, archives, or research projects not involving financial transactions for ownership
- Violations carry a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per offense, seizure of the records for transfer to an appropriate institution, and additional penalties as determined by the Attorney General
- The Department of State is required to oversee compliance, coordinate with law enforcement, establish an online public reporting system for suspected violations, and fund these efforts using existing state resources
- The Attorney General is authorized to bring civil actions against any individual, business, or entity that violates the prohibition, with an effective date of July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Historical Records Concerning Enslaved Individuals
Last Action
Died in Governmental Oversight and Accountability
6/16/2025
Full Bill Text
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