Published on: 17507450. The purpose of the proposed rulemaking action is to clarify processing of permits to conduct research, education, and conservation activities with federally listed marine turtles in Florida and to update the guidelines for this program. The effect of the rule would be to enable firms and corporations to obtain marine turtle permits in addition to individuals, and for individuals, firms and corporations to obtain two year permits for conservation work with threatened and endangered marine turtles. We also propose to repeal Rule 68E-1.0061 because all requirements have been incorporated into other rules.
Published on: 16354411. The Commission is considering amendments to Chapter 68E-1, F.A.C., Marine Turtle Permits and the Marine Turtle Conservation Guidelines. The proposed amendments will clarify and update existing rule language to reflect current procedures for review and approval of applications, add definitions for terms in the existing Rule and clarify criteria and timelines for review and approval of applications. Language is also proposed to address stakeholder concerns on review and approval of requests for research involving threatened or endangered marine turtles. Four workshops are proposed; staff will present the same content at each meeting with opportunities for public comment.