The bill amends sections of Florida Statutes related to veterans treatment court programs, specifically revising the admissions process and eligibility criteria. It allows the court, in consultation with a multidisciplinary team, to determine a defendant's eligibility for these programs, rather than solely relying on the state attorney's review. The court must consider various factors, including the nature of the offense, the defendant's history, and recommendations from law enforcement and the state attorney, when making eligibility determinations.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for sentencing courts to divert defendants to veterans treatment court programs for nonviolent felonies, provided the defendant is a servicemember or veteran and meets the eligibility criteria. It requires that defendants be informed about the program's purpose and agree to participate, with the original sentencing court relinquishing jurisdiction to the veterans treatment court program during the defendant's participation. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.