The 2006 Legislature passed House Bill 5019, which became law on May 31, 2006, as Chapter 2006-62, Laws of Florida. The law establishes Sheriff’s Training and Respect (STAR) programs beginning on the July 1, 2006 effective date. The law required the programs to follow the Department of Juvenile Justice’s Protective Action Response (PAR) policy established by Department rule, and authorized the Department to utilize emergency rulemaking procedures. Emergency Rules 63HER06-1 through 63HER06-16 timely implemented PAR for the opening of the STAR program, but those rules will expire on September 28, 2006. Because permanent rules are not yet finalized, amended Emergency Rules 63HER06-28 through 63HER06-43 are necessary to ensure the safety and welfare of youths in STAR programs.