The bill aims to enhance wastewater management in Florida by mandating advanced wastewater treatment for sewage disposal facilities with a permitted capacity exceeding 1 million gallons per day. It includes legislative findings that highlight the environmental risks posed by inadequately treated wastewater and aging facilities, emphasizing the need for improved treatment methods to protect water quality and local economies. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is tasked with submitting detailed reports to the Governor and Legislature by specified deadlines, outlining the current status of these facilities, including construction history, treatment levels, pollutant loading, and compliance with environmental standards.

Additionally, the bill requires the DEP to develop a priority ranking process for upgrading sewage disposal facilities to advanced treatment by 2036, considering factors such as environmental benefits, cost-effectiveness, and project readiness. By June 30, 2027, the DEP must provide a progress report on the upgrades, detailing the facilities that need to comply, estimated costs, and timelines for completion. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.