The proposed bill establishes new protections for tenants who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual violence, or stalking, by creating Section 83.676 of the Florida Statutes. It prohibits landlords from evicting or terminating rental agreements based on incidents of such violence involving the tenant or their minor child. The bill specifies that rental agreements cannot include clauses that deem early termination due to these incidents as a breach. Victims are allowed to terminate their rental agreements without penalty by providing written notice and necessary documentation to the landlord, and they are not required to forfeit any deposits or advance rent paid.

Additionally, the bill mandates that landlords must change the locks of the dwelling unit within 24 hours upon request from a victim, and if they fail to do so, the tenant may change the locks themselves. It also prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants based on their status as victims of violence. The bill includes provisions for civil action against landlords who violate these protections, allowing victims to seek damages and attorney fees. Importantly, all information related to a tenant's status as a victim is to be kept confidential, and the provisions of this section cannot be waived or modified by rental agreements. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.