This proposed rule repeal eliminates provisions relating to introduction of non-native aquatic species, which will be moved to proposed new Rule Chapter 68-5, F.A.C. The repealed provisions relating to diseased fish will be moved to Rule 68A-4.005, ...

FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION
Freshwater Fish and Wildlife

RULE NO: RULE TITLE
68A-23.008: Introduction of Non-Native Aquatic Species in the Waters of the State; Provisions for Sale and Inspection of Fish for Bait or Propagation Purpose; Diseased Fish
PURPOSE AND EFFECT: This proposed rule repeal eliminates provisions relating to introduction of non-native aquatic species, which will be moved to proposed new Rule Chapter 68-5, F.A.C. The repealed provisions relating to diseased fish will be moved to Rule 68A-4.005, F.A.C. The effect of this rule repeal will be to consolidate related regulatory provisions in the same place and allow citizens easier access to them.
SUBJECT AREA TO BE ADDRESSED: Regulatory restrictions on the introduction of non-native aquatic species; restrictions on introduction of diseased fish and wildlife; inspection of diseased fish and wildlife.
SPECIFIC AUTHORITY: Art. IV, Sec. 9, Florida Constitution.
LAW IMPLEMENTED: Art. IV, Sec. 9, Florida Constitution.
IF REQUESTED IN WRITING AND NOT DEEMED UNNECESSARY BY THE AGENCY HEAD, A RULE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP WILL BE NOTICED IN THE NEXT AVAILABLE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE WEEKLY.
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).
THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT AND A COPY OF THE PRELIMINARY DRAFT, IF AVAILABLE, IS: James V. Antista, General Counsel, Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1600, [phone]

THE PRELIMINARY TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT IS:

68A-23.008 Introduction of Non-Native Aquatic Species in the Waters of the State; Provisions for Sale and Inspection of Fish for Bait or Propagation Purpose; Diseased Fish.

PROPOSED EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2007.

Specific Authority Art. IV, Sec. 9, Fla. Const. Law Implemented Art. IV, Sec. 9, Fla. Const. History–New 8-1-79, Amended 6-4-81, 6-21-82, 7-1-84, Formerly 39-23.08, Amended 4-13-88, 7-1-89, 10-30-89, 7-1-92, 7-1-94, 4-12-98, Formerly 39-23.008, Amended 10-10-00, 7-1-01, 7-1-02, 7-1-04, Repealed 7-1-07.