The proposed bill establishes the Coordinated Access Model Pilot Program under a new section, 394.45735, in the Florida Statutes. It mandates the Department of Children and Families to contract with local entities to implement this program in Clay, Duval, and St. Johns Counties, aiming to enhance access to behavioral health services through a single point of entry. The contracted entities are required to have experience in building resource networks, connecting individuals to resources, and supporting closed-loop referrals. Additionally, these entities must subcontract with a state university to provide training and internship opportunities for allied health staff and social work students.

The bill outlines specific requirements for the coordinated access model, including the establishment of a network access point, standardized screening tools, and a data platform for tracking service utilization and outcomes. It also mandates quarterly reports to the Governor and legislative leaders during the program's implementation and an annual assessment of the program's effectiveness starting in 2027. The Department of Children and Families is authorized to adopt rules for the administration of this section, and the act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.