The proposed bill establishes the "Diabetes Prevention and Obesity Treatment Act" by creating a new section in Florida Statutes, specifically section 385.2035. This legislation mandates that beginning January 1, 2026, the Agency for Health Care Administration will provide Medicaid coverage for diabetes prevention programs and treatments for obesity, contingent upon certain eligibility criteria being met by the Medicaid recipients. The bill outlines definitions for key terms such as "diabetes prevention program," "FDA-approved obesity medication," and "intensive health behavioral and lifestyle treatment." It also specifies that covered services may be delivered in various settings, including in-person, online, and community-based environments.

Additionally, the bill requires the agency to adopt rules for implementation and to inform Medicaid recipients about the available treatments for obesity and diabetes prevention. It allows the agency to seek federal approval through a state plan amendment or Medicaid waiver if necessary to facilitate the provisions of the act. The effective date for the act is set for July 1, 2025.