The bill seeks to impose strict limitations on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within state agencies and medical institutions of higher education in Florida. It introduces new definitions for DEI and prohibits state agencies from allocating funds for DEI offices or officers. Furthermore, it restricts examining or licensing boards from making decisions based on race, gender, or other personal characteristics. A significant aspect of the bill is the establishment of a private cause of action for individuals who feel they have faced discrimination in these contexts, allowing them to seek actual, compensatory, or punitive damages.

In addition to these provisions, the bill requires state agencies applying for federal health care-related grants to publish relevant materials and submit proposals to legislative committees. Health care providers and medical institutions must certify annually that they do not mandate employee engagement with DEI materials. The legislation also mandates standardized testing for admission to medical institutions and requires letter grade assessments for required courses, eliminating pass/fail grading. Overall, the bill aims to eradicate DEI-related practices in state-funded entities and ensure compliance with the new regulations, with an effective date set for July 1, 2025.