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HB 1027

Disclosure of Public Servants' Personal Information

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Juan Porras

HB 1027 regulates what personal information about Florida public servants can be publicly disclosed, balancing government transparency against privacy and security protections.

Died in Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 1027

Legislative bill overview

HB 1027 addresses the disclosure of personal information belonging to public servants in Florida. The bill has been referred to multiple committees (Industries & Professional Activities, Government Operations, Judiciary, and Commerce) suggesting it involves complex considerations around privacy, transparency, and public accountability. The bill is currently in early stages with its original filed version having received first reading on January 13, 2026.

Why is this important

Public servants' personal information disclosure intersects critical issues: balancing transparency and accountability in government against protecting individuals from harassment, doxxing, and security threats. This affects how citizens access public servant records, whether home addresses or family information become public, and how government employees can safely perform their duties.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and security risks: Broad disclosure requirements could expose public servants and their families to harassment, threats, or physical danger; narrow restrictions may shield legitimate public accountability
  • Definition scope: Unclear which "personal information" would be affected (home address, phone numbers, family details, financial records) and which public servants are covered (elected officials, all employees, contractors)
  • Transparency vs. protection: Tension between citizens' right to know who represents them versus protecting individuals from doxxing and targeted harassment campaigns

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

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