Removing existing rule language for Edward Medard Park Reservoir will prevent angler confusion and enhance law enforcement of new proposed rules for the newly established Edward Medard Park Reservoir Fish Management Area. The proposed rule language for the new FMA were developed through cooperative efforts with local stakeholders and partners to provide effective fishery protection. The current boundary of Lake Okeechobee does not include two canals and one creek, which leads to angler confusion and difficulties for effectively enforcing current freshwater fish harvest rules. The proposed rule will eliminate angler confusion relative to Lake Okeechobee boundaries and enhance the enforcement of current freshwater rules. The proposed rule will increase documentation and encourage recycling of largemouth bass by allowing anglers to temporarily possess one, 13 pounds and greater bass in live condition that is over the legal length limit and bag limit until the fish is certified by FWC staff.