The bill amends the expedited state review process for the adoption of comprehensive plan amendments in Florida. Key changes include the requirement for local governments to transmit adopted plan amendments and supporting data to reviewing agencies within 10 working days after adoption. Additionally, the bill specifies that comments from state agencies must focus on important state resources and facilities that may be adversely impacted by the amendments. The local government is now required to hold a second public hearing within 180 days of receiving agency comments, and it is deemed compliant if the hearing occurs within this timeframe, even if the amendments are approved later.

Furthermore, the bill removes the previous requirement that local governments must adopt the comprehensive plan amendments within the 180-day period, instead allowing for compliance as long as the second public hearing is held within that timeframe. It also establishes a process for the state land planning agency to notify local governments of any deficiencies in the amendment package within 5 working days of receipt. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.