The bill amends section 189.081 of the Florida Statutes to authorize special districts that operate as hospital districts to jointly engage in various collaborative ventures, including partnerships, corporations, and service lines. Specifically, it allows these districts to enter into such relationships if their governing bodies determine that doing so aligns with the districts' purposes and best interests. Importantly, the bill permits these districts to exercise their powers without regard to potential competitive consequences, including actions that may be considered anticompetitive under state and federal antitrust laws. The new provisions will take precedence over any conflicting laws.

Additionally, the bill includes a legislative finding that emphasizes the public necessity of enabling these hospital districts to collaborate in order to ensure quality healthcare for residents. It declares that such collaborations are essential for the preservation of public health and welfare within these districts. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law.