The proposed rules update and clarify existing rule language regarding examinations for licensure. In addition, this rulemaking will implement changes made to Chapter 487, F.S., during the previous legislative session.

 

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

Division of Agricultural Environmental Services

RULE NOS.:RULE TITLES:

5E-9.026Procedures for Pesticide Applicator Certification, Licensure, and License Renewal

5E-9.037Enforcement and Penalties

PURPOSE AND EFFECT: The proposed rules update and clarify existing rule language regarding examinations for licensure. In addition, this rulemaking will implement changes made to Chapter 487, F.S., during the previous legislative session.

SUBJECT AREA TO BE ADDRESSED: Licensure, examinations, and grounds for denial of a license.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: 487.0435, 487.046, 487.175, 570.07(23) FS.

LAW IMPLEMENTED: 487.031, 487.044, 487.046, 487.049, 487.175 FS.

A RULE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW:

DATE AND TIME: November 14, 2024, 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., or conclusion of the workshop, whichever occurs first.

PLACE: You can join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone at https://meet.goto.com/551980477 or dial in using your phone: [phone], Access Code: 551-980-477.

THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT AND A COPY OF THE PRELIMINARY DRAFT, IF AVAILABLE, IS: Michael Moore; [phone]; [e-mail].

THE PRELIMINARY TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE FROM THE CONTACT PERSON LISTED ABOVE.