The proposed bill, titled the "Educational Dollars for Duty Program Expansion Act," aims to enhance the existing Educational Dollars for Duty program by creating a new section in the Florida Statutes and transferring certain subsections from an existing section. The bill mandates that the program allocate $500,000 annually to provide tuition assistance for up to 50% of tuition costs for spouses and children of active members of the Florida National Guard. The Department of Military Affairs will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and enforcement of this program, including establishing procedures for verifying eligibility and distributing funds.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific eligibility requirements for members of the Florida National Guard to participate in the program, including maintaining good standing and continuous participation. It also includes provisions for penalties if members fail to comply with program requirements, such as reimbursement of tuition and fees if they do not maintain satisfactory participation. The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting the families of National Guard members, particularly during deployments and emergencies, and allows for the possibility of increasing the allocated funds as deemed necessary by the Legislature. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.