This bill aims to strengthen the legal framework surrounding voter registration and voting in Florida, particularly in relation to unauthorized aliens. It amends several sections of the Florida Statutes, including s. 97.051, which now requires individuals registering to vote to affirm their U.S. citizenship and acknowledge the potential criminal penalties for providing false information. Additionally, it introduces new criminal penalties under s. 104.011 for unauthorized aliens who willfully swear to any oath related to voting or submit false voter registration information, as well as for those who assist them while knowing their status.

Furthermore, the bill amends s. 104.15 to impose penalties on unauthorized aliens who knowingly vote in elections and on individuals who aid or solicit such actions. The penalties for these offenses are elevated to felonies of the second degree for unauthorized aliens and those who knowingly assist them. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The effective date for these changes is set for March 31, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 12A Filed: 97.051, 104.011, 104.15