Who determines the record series title?

• A. Florida Department of State
• B. Florida Archives
• C. State Records Commission
• D. County Clerk

Answer: (A)

In Florida, the official record series titles are set by the state's central records management authority, which is the Florida Department of State through its Florida Archives and Records Management program. This centralizes and standardizes how series are named across all state agencies, ensuring consistency for classification, retrieval, and long-term preservation. The State Records Commission handles policy and retention schedules, but the actual assignment of the official titles comes from the Department of State. Local offices like the County Clerk aren’t responsible for statewide naming conventions, and while the Florida Archives provides guidance, it’s part of the Department of State’s broader authority.