The Commission is considering 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 may amend 68C-22.011(1)(d) from Slow Speed (March 1-August 31) to a 25 MPH All Year zone and amend 68-22.011(1)(a) from a “Caution”/25 MPH All Year Zone to a 25 MPH All Year to be consistent with the surrounding area. Additional information is available at: http://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/managed/manatee/rulemaking/.