The bill establishes a new section, 901.1501, in the Florida Statutes, which addresses the arrest and detention of individuals with significant medical conditions. It defines a "person with a significant medical condition" as someone who is a patient or resident of a licensed hospital, nursing home, or assisted living facility. The bill grants law enforcement officers the discretion to determine whether to make an immediate arrest of such individuals, taking into account various factors, including the potential threat to public safety and the risk of flight.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that officers may consider all lawful methods of making an arrest, including the option to seek an arrest warrant. It also specifies that the new provisions do not prevent officers from making warrantless arrests under existing laws. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.