This bill amends section 215.322 of the Florida Statutes to enhance the acceptance of electronic payments by units of local government. It establishes a legislative intent that requires these local governments to accept payments online, thereby making their services more accessible to the public. The bill also clarifies that local governments must accept various forms of electronic payments, including credit cards and electronic funds transfers, while allowing for exceptions when another payment method is mandated by law.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions that authorize local governments to impose a surcharge on individuals using electronic payment methods to cover service fees incurred from financial institutions. It emphasizes the necessity for local governments to verify the validity of payment methods used and ensures that they are not held liable for such verifications. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, and is declared to fulfill an important state interest.