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HB 1053

Department of Law Enforcement

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Rachel Plakon and 1 co-sponsor

Florida creates unified Department of Law Enforcement consolidating state agencies under Governor's direct authority to streamline law enforcement operations statewide.

Chapter No. 2025-83
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Bill Summary · HB 1053

Legislative bill overview

HB 1053 establishes a new Department of Law Enforcement in Florida, consolidating various law enforcement functions and agencies under a single executive department. The bill reorganizes the state's law enforcement structure to create a unified command structure reporting directly to the Governor.

Why is this important

This represents a significant restructuring of Florida's executive branch, affecting how state law enforcement operates, budgets are allocated, and public safety is coordinated across multiple agencies. The consolidation could streamline operations and accountability but also raises questions about centralized control over diverse law enforcement functions.

Potential points of contention

  • Centralization of power: Consolidating multiple agencies under one department could concentrate significant law enforcement authority under executive control, raising concerns about checks and balances
  • Implementation costs and disruption: Reorganizing established agencies involves transition expenses, potential job displacement, and operational disruptions during the consolidation process
  • Jurisdictional overlap and clarity: Merging agencies with different missions and jurisdictions may create confusion about responsibilities, chains of command, and inter-agency coordination

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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