The bill amends section 828.12 of the Florida Statutes to enhance transparency regarding individuals convicted of animal cruelty. It introduces a new requirement for the Department of Law Enforcement to maintain a publicly accessible, searchable database on its website that lists the names of individuals who have been convicted of, or have entered a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, violations of animal cruelty laws. This provision will take effect on January 1, 2026.

The bill aims to deter animal cruelty by increasing public awareness of offenders and promoting accountability. The effective date for the overall act is set for July 1, 2025, allowing time for the necessary preparations to implement the new online registry.