The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is proposing changes to rules governing the Marine Special Activity License (SAL) program .... October 24, 2024, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (EDT) Statewide webinar. More ...

 

FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION

Marine Fisheries

RULE NOS.:RULE TITLES:

68B-8.001Introduction and Scope

68B-8.002Definitions

68B-8.003General Conditions and Restrictions

68B-8.004Application Review Process and Evaluation Criteria

68B-8.005Third Party Contractors

68B-8.006Scientific Research Special Activity License

68B-8.007Education/Exhibition Special Activity License

68B-8.008Florida Marine Science Educators Association Certification

68B-8.009Prohibited Species Collection Criteria

68B-8.010Stock Collection and Release Special Activity License

68B-8.011Aquaculture Broodstock Collection Special Activity License

68B-8.012Snook Special Activity License

68B-8.013Non-Conforming Gear Special Activity Licenses and Exemptions

68B-8.014Marine Chemical Special Activity License

68B-8.015Dredge Special Activity License

68B-8.016Commission Activities and Agreements

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission announces a workshop to which all persons are invited.

DATE AND TIME: October 24, 2024, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (EDT)

PLACE: Statewide webinar. More information about how to participate in the webinar will be available on the FWC website prior to the webinar date: http://www.myfwc.com/fishing/saltwater/rulemaking/workshops/. People interested in participating may also contact the Division of Marine Fisheries Management at [phone] for more information.

GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: The Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is proposing changes to rules governing the Marine Special Activity License (SAL) program and is holding a virtual public workshop to gather public input. Proposed changes under consideration include updates to eligibility requirements, license periods, and license conditions; updates to the SAL program administration process; streamlining the FWC Law Enforcement notification process; repealing the Dredge SAL; and updating the Aquaculture Broodstock Collection SAL. Staff will provide a brief presentation on proposed rule updates. Public feedback gathered during this workshop will be considered ahead of the final rule hearing.

A copy of the agenda may be obtained by contacting: Jessica McCawley, at 620 South Meridian St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399, [phone].

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: The ADA Coordinator, at [phone]. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

For more information, you may contact: Jessica McCawley, at 620 South Meridian St., Tallahassee, Florida 32399, [phone].