The Commission is proposing amendments to portions of the existing Levy County manatee protection rule in the southern portion of the county. The Levy County rule is established under 68C-22.011, F.A.C. (Citrus County chapter). In June 2024, the Commission provided notice to Levy County as provided by §379.2431(2)(f), Florida Statute. The 60-day statutory time requirement expired on August 16, 2024. The proposed rule amendment would amend 68C-22.011(1)(d) from Slow Speed (March 1-August 31) to 25 MPH All Year zone. The proposed rule would amend the western portion of 68C-22.011(1)(a) from a “Caution”/25 MPH All Year Zone to a 25 MPH All Year and the eastern portion to a Slow Speed (March 1-August 31) seasonal zone. Additionally, the proposed rule would establish a year-round Slow Speed Zone in the waters surrounding the Highway 40 Boat Ramp. In December 2024, proposed rules were presented to FWC Commissioners. Additional information is available at: http://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/managed/manatee/rulemaking/.