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HB 437Died

Public Records

Step 6 of 6: DiedEnded after 3rd Reading

What this bill does

Provides that it is a violation of ch. 119, F.S., to fail to acknowledge public records request promptly & respond to such request in good faith; revises various provisions relating to custodians of public records, agencies, fees, & penalties; requires written, detailed cost estimate be provided upon request to persons seeking to inspect or copy public record; requires courts to assess specified costs, fees, & penalties; requires certain public records exemption provisions be repealed after specified timeframe unless Legislature reenacts such exemption.

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Details

Session
2026 Regular
Chamber
House
Filed
Nov 17, 2025
Last action
Mar 13, 2026
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