The bill amends section 1002.333 of the Florida Statutes, which pertains to educational facilities, specifically focusing on the definitions and regulations surrounding "persistently low-performing schools" and "schools of hope." Key changes include the revision of the definition of a "persistently low-performing school" to include schools that have earned three grades lower than a "C" in at least three of the previous five years or have been closed within two years of a notice of intent. The definition of a "school of hope" is also updated to clarify that it serves students from persistently low-performing schools or those residing in Florida Opportunity Zones, while removing previous location restrictions.

Additionally, the bill eliminates several provisions related to the use of school district facilities by schools of hope. It removes the authorization for schools of hope to colocate with other schools in public facilities and the requirement for school districts to allow schools of hope to use underused or surplus facilities. Furthermore, it deletes the stipulation that students enrolled in schools of hope must be included in the school district's total capital outlay membership. The bill aims to streamline regulations and clarify the operational framework for schools of hope, with an effective date set for July 1, 2026.