The bill amends section 741.325 of the Florida Statutes to allow batterers' intervention programs to include faith-based activities as supplemental options for participants. Specifically, it introduces a new provision stating that while these programs may offer such activities, they cannot mandate participation in them as a requirement for the program.
The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2025. This change aims to provide flexibility in the types of support available to individuals in batterers' intervention programs while ensuring that participation in faith-based activities remains voluntary.
Statutes affected: H 391 Filed: 741.325