The bill amends the Swimming Lesson Voucher Program outlined in section 514.073 of the Florida Statutes, with the primary goal of enhancing water safety by providing vouchers for swimming lessons at no cost to families with children aged 4 years or younger. The eligibility criteria have been revised to remove the previous income limitation of 200 percent of the federal poverty level, allowing more families to participate in the program. Additionally, the bill mandates the establishment of a network of swimming lesson vendors, with the department now required to contract with these vendors directly to ensure the availability of lessons across the state.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the department's responsibilities in implementing the program, including creating a public application process for swimming lesson vouchers and determining eligibility criteria based on the age of the children. The previous requirement regarding family income has been deleted, simplifying the criteria for families seeking assistance. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.