The bill establishes a new section, 908.112, in the Florida Statutes, which outlines a comprehensive U-visa certification policy aimed at assisting victims of qualifying criminal activities in obtaining necessary certifications for U-visa applications. It defines key terms such as "certification form," "certifying agency," and "certifying official," and specifies the duties of certifying officials regarding the certification process. The bill mandates that certifying agencies must grant or deny certification requests within specified timeframes, with provisions for petitioning the circuit court if there is a failure to respond. It also includes a rebuttable presumption of helpfulness for victims who have cooperated with law enforcement, and it prohibits the disclosure of immigration status by certifying officials.

Additionally, the bill requires certifying officials to provide written notice to petitioners if a certification is denied, detailing the reasons for denial. It imposes reporting requirements on certifying agencies and grants immunity to certifying officials for actions taken in good faith under this section. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.