The proposed bill establishes new sections in Florida Statutes that prohibit counties and municipalities from taking any official actions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Specifically, it creates sections 125.595 and 166.04971, which outline that local governments cannot adopt ordinances, resolutions, or policies that classify individuals based on race, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, or sexual orientation, and promote preferential treatment based on these classifications. Violations of this prohibition by county commissioners or municipal governing body members are classified as misfeasance or malfeasance in office, and residents may bring legal action against the offending local government in circuit court.

The bill also provides for penalties, including the possibility of declaratory and injunctive relief, damages, and costs awarded to the prevailing party in court, while explicitly stating that attorney fees cannot be awarded to the local government if they prevail. Additionally, the bill allows for retroactive applicability to all official actions taken before July 1, 2025, and defines DEI in the context of the prohibitions outlined. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.