The purpose of this new rule is to create an exemption from the income requirements associated with a restricted species endorsement for honorably discharged veterans. This rule would assist Florida’s veterans wishing to enter the commercial fishing industry. The primary effect of this rule would be to allow a one-time exception to the restricted species endorsement income requirement for resident veterans under specific circumstances. This rule will affect resident veterans honorably discharged between September 11, 2001 and June 30, 2014, and future veterans. Normally, to qualify for a restricted species endorsement one must possess a Florida Saltwater Products License as well as prove that $5,000 or 25% of their total income during one of the past three years has been attributable to reported landings and sales of saltwater products to a Florida wholesale dealer. Additionally, veterans with at least a 10% disability will only have to prove $2500 in income from the sales of saltwater products yearly.