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 The repealed provisions relating to diseased fish will be moved to Rule 68A-4.005, ...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 The repealed provisions relating to diseased fish will be moved to Rule 68A-4.005, F.A.C. The effect of this rule repeal will be to consolidate related regulatory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.
SUMMARY: Rule 68A-23.008, F.A.C., is proposed to be repealed. Provisions relating to introduction of non-native aquatic species, possession of conditional non-native species, and listing of conditional and prohibited non-native species will be moved to new Rule Chapter 68-5, F.A.C. Provisions relating to diseased fish will be moved to Rule 68A-4.005, F.A.C.
SUMMARY OF STATEMENT OF ESTIMATED REGULATORY COSTS: No Statement of Estimated Regulatory Cost was prepared.
Any person who wishes to provide information regarding a statement of estimated regulatory costs, or provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so in writing within 21 days of this notice.
SPECIFIC AUTHORITY: Article IV, Section 9, Florida Constitution.
LAW IMPLEMENTED: Article IV, Sec. 9, Florida Constitution.
A HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW:
DATE AND TIME: April 11-12, 2007, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., each day
PLACE: Ramada Conference Center, 2900 North Monroe Street, Tallahassee, Florida
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 IS: James V. Antista, General Counsel, 620 South Meridian Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1600

THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE 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.

NAME OF PERSON ORIGINATING PROPOSED RULE: Timothy A. Breault, Director, Division of Habitat and Species Conservation
NAME OF SUPERVISOR OR PERSON WHO APPROVED THE PROPOSED RULE: Mr. Kenneth D. Haddad, Executive Director
DATE PROPOSED RULE APPROVED BY AGENCY HEAD: February 7, 2007
DATE NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT PUBLISHED IN FAW: March 2, 2007