Summary


The Agency has determined that this rule will not have an adverse impact on small business or likely increase directly or indirectly regulatory costs in excess of $200,000 in the aggregate within one year after the implementation of the rule. A SERC has not been prepared by the agency. The Agency has determined that the proposed rule is not expected to require legislative ratification based on the economic analysis of adverse impacts and potential regulatory costs of the proposed rule not exceeding any of the criteria established in Section 120.541(2)(a), Florida Statutes. As part of this analysis, the Department reviewed the proposed expansion of the Shellfish Processor rule and penalty structure for willful violations which pose significant risk to public health, and the modification of Shellfish Harvesting Area boundaries required to remain in compliance with U.S. Food and Drug Administration rules. The Department found no adverse financial impacts to the industry. The proposed rule changes do not require additional fees. No interested party submitted additional information regarding the economic impact. The proposed rule changes do not require additional fees. No interested party submitted additional information regarding the economic impact. Any person who wishes to provide information regarding the statement of estimated regulatory costs or to provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so in writing within 21 days of this notice.