The bill amends various sections of the Florida Statutes to enhance local housing assistance plans, particularly focusing on mobile home owners. It authorizes counties and eligible municipalities to use certain funds for lot rental assistance for mobile home owners for up to six months, and it includes this assistance as an approved home ownership activity. Additionally, the bill mandates that local housing assistance plans must incorporate strategies to address the needs of individuals affected by the closure of mobile home parks and allows for funds to be allocated for the rehabilitation and emergency repairs of mobile homes.

Significant changes include the deletion of a provision that limited the percentage of funds that could be used for manufactured housing, thereby removing restrictions on funding allocations. The bill also updates cross-references and definitions to ensure clarity and compliance with the new provisions. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 594 Filed: 420.9072, 420.9071
S 594 er: 420.9072, 420.9071