The proposed bill establishes a new section, 817.091, in the Florida Statutes, addressing the fraudulent use of gift cards. It defines key terms such as "cardholder," "card issuer," "gift card," "gift card redemption information," "gift card seller," and "value." The bill outlines unlawful actions related to gift cards, including acquiring or retaining possession without consent, tampering with gift cards, and using fraudulent means to obtain gift card information.

The bill also stipulates criminal penalties for violations, categorizing them as misdemeanors or felonies depending on the circumstances. A first-time violation is classified as a misdemeanor of the first degree, while repeat offenders or those involved in violations exceeding a value of $750 face felony charges of the third degree. Additionally, the bill allows for the aggregation of values from multiple violations to determine the severity of the offense. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.