These rules govern the acceptance of electronic payments by state agencies and the judicial branch, and establish procedures for the following functions:
    (1) Providing a process for state agencies and the judicial branch to request approval from the Chief Financial Officer for electronic payment acceptance, and procedures for obtaining a recommendation from the Agency for Enterprise Information Technology when the Internet or other related collection media are used;
    (2) Providing a methodology for agencies to complete a cost-benefit analysis;
    (3) Utilizing a standardized contract between the financial institution or other appropriate intermediaries and the state agency and judicial branch. The standard contract will be adopted by the Chief Financial Officer. The standard contract will be available for use by units of local governments;
    (4) Permitting an agency or officer accepting electronic payments to impose a convenience fee upon the person making the payment;
    (5) Submitting information to the Chief Financial Officer concerning the acceptance of electronic payments by all state agencies or the judicial branch.
Rulemaking Authority Florida Statutes § 215.322(3). Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 215.322. History-New 12-22-83, Formerly 4C-4.02, Amended 12-26-88, 1-27-99, 9-9-01, Formerly 4C-4.002, Amended 9-11-11.