The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning the Department of Commerce, particularly the Community Development Block Grant Program and employment verification processes. It exempts federal agencies from the requirement that land conveyed at less than appraised value must revert to the Board of Trustees if not used for its intended military purposes. The definition of "rural community" is revised, and the Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant Program is renamed to the Community Development Block Grant Program, with several related sections repealed. The Department of Commerce is designated as the state agency responsible for administering federal funding for this program.

Additionally, the bill introduces new definitions and requirements for employers regarding the E-Verify system, mandating that employers maintain an E-Verify case for each employee and outlining penalties for noncompliance. Employers who knowingly employ unauthorized aliens may face civil actions, and the Department of Commerce is tasked with investigating complaints of unauthorized employment, excluding those based solely on race, color, or national origin. The bill also specifies sanctions for local governments with non-compliant comprehensive plans, including restrictions on state funding for infrastructure improvements and eligibility for certain grants. The effective date for these provisions is set for July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
H 741 Filed: 288.0656, 290.043, 290.044, 295.22, 448.09, 163.3184
H 741 c1: 288.0656, 290.043, 290.044, 448.09, 163.3184
H 741 e1: 288.0656, 290.043, 290.044, 448.09, 163.3184