HB 437: Public Records
GENERAL BILL by Andrade
Public Records; 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requires courts to assess specified costs, fees, & penalties; requires certain public records exemption provisions be repealed after specified timeframe unless Legislature reenacts such exemption.
Effective Date: 7/1/2026
Last Action: 11/24/2025 House - Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Last Action: 11/24/2025 House - Now in Government Operations Subcommittee
Bill Text: PDF
Bill History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | House |
• Filed |
| 11/24/2025 | House |
• Referred to Government Operations Subcommittee • Referred to Judiciary Committee • Referred to Justice Budget Subcommittee • Referred to State Affairs Committee • Now in Government Operations Subcommittee |