The bill amends Florida Statutes to address violations of state immigration law by establishing new provisions for fines and compensation related to unauthorized aliens. Specifically, it requires the Department of Law Enforcement to impose a fine of $10,000 for each violation of immigration enforcement assistance agreements, with the collected funds designated for compensating victims harmed by unauthorized aliens. The bill creates a new section, 908.13, which defines "unauthorized alien" and outlines a compensation program for residents who have suffered harm due to such individuals, detailing eligibility requirements and the necessary evidence to support claims.

Additionally, the bill introduces section 908.14, which allows the estate of a person killed by an unauthorized alien to pursue a cause of action against local governmental entities or law enforcement agencies that have sanctuary policies or fail to comply with immigration enforcement agreements. It stipulates that plaintiffs must demonstrate by a preponderance of the evidence that the failure to cooperate with federal immigration authorities contributed to the decedent's death. The bill also waives sovereign immunity for the state in these specific tort actions, ensuring that claims can be pursued under the new provisions. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.