This bill amends section 381.00315 of the Florida Statutes regarding public health emergencies. It clarifies that the administration of vaccines is not considered "treatment" in the context of public health emergencies. The bill also revises the process for declaring and renewing public health emergencies, stipulating that such declarations will expire 60 days after being made unless renewed by the Governor, with subsequent renewals requiring a two-thirds majority vote from each chamber of the Legislature. Additionally, the bill introduces a provision allowing individuals to refuse examination, testing, or treatment during a public health emergency by submitting a written refusal to the State Health Officer, who cannot require these actions from the individual.

Furthermore, the bill removes the State Health Officer's authority to use any means necessary to treat individuals under certain circumstances. It retains the ability of the State Health Officer to take necessary actions to protect public health, such as prioritizing drug shipments and temporarily reactivating inactive healthcare licenses. However, it emphasizes that individuals who refuse examination, testing, or treatment cannot be forced to comply, although they may still be subject to isolation or quarantine if they pose a danger to public health. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.