This bill aims to enhance protections for victims of domestic violence and dating violence in Florida by establishing a feasibility study for a web-based 911 alert system. The Division of Telecommunications within the Department of Management Services is tasked with consulting relevant entities to explore the creation of this alert system, which would facilitate real-time data sharing between public safety answering points (PSAPs) and law enforcement agencies. The study must be completed and reported to the Legislature by January 31, 2026. Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to include definitions and provisions related to dating violence, allowing victims to apply for the Attorney General's address confidentiality program and ensuring that designated entities assist them in this process.

Key amendments include the addition of "dating violence" to legislative findings and definitions, as well as the requirement for the Attorney General to designate agencies to assist victims of both domestic and dating violence. The bill also ensures that the names and addresses of participants in the address confidentiality program are protected from public disclosure, similar to protections already in place for victims of stalking. Overall, the bill seeks to improve the safety and confidentiality of victims while enhancing the state's response to incidents of violence. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 19 Filed: 741.402, 741.465, 741.4651, 960.001
H 19 c1: 741.401, 741.402, 741.408, 741.4651, 960.001