Bill > H0933

This bill establishes two new children's initiatives in Florida: the Bay County 32401 Children's Initiative in Bay County and the Pompano RYZE (Resilient Youth with Zeal to Excel) Children's Initiative in Broward County. Both initiatives will be managed by not-for-profit corporations and are designed to create comprehensive community-based service networks in specific neighborhoods. The initiatives aim to provide services and support for children and families in disadvantaged areas, including quality education, accessible healthcare, youth development programs, employment opportunities, and safe and affordable housing. The bill stipulates that these initiatives will be subject to public records, public meetings, and procurement regulations, ensuring transparency and accountability. They are intended to be geographically focused enough to include various community components like schools, places of worship, recreational facilities, and common spaces, while being small enough to effectively reach and engage local residents. The Department of Children and Families will contract with the not-for-profit corporations to establish planning teams, develop strategic community and business plans, and provide ongoing evaluation, fiscal management, and oversight. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2026, and adds these two new initiatives to the existing list of Florida Children's Initiatives.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/933