- Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking (26)
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The purpose of the rule is to implement 2007 changes to Section 403.519, F.S., which require the PSC to consider whether renewable energy sources and technologies, as well as conservation measures, are utilized to the extent reasonably available when making its determination of need for a proposed electric power plant including an Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) plant. Undocketed.
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The purpose of the rule amendment is to implement Section 366.92, F.S., to promote electric utility investment in Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC) power plants by establishing cost recovery mechanisms for IGCC plants paralleling those for nuclear plants. Undocketed.
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The Board proposes the development of rule amendments to address drugs which may be appropriately ordered by pharmacists.
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The proposed amendment to Rule 64B8-31.012, F.A.C., is intended to implement a fee for changing status other than during the biennial renewal period.
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The proposed amendment to Rule 64B15-7.012, F.A.C., is intended to implement a fee for changing status other than during the biennial renewal period.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to include an additional reason for permitting mediation.
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The purpose of the proposed rule amendments is to revise terminology; delete obsolete language; add a new rule for electronic fingerprint criminal history record check; update the registration form and add a new form for renewal registration.
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The purpose of the rule development is to revise the schedule for district submission of amendments to student membership survey data via the statewide comprehensive management information system in order to allow data values to be finalized in a more timely manner. The effect will be the establishment of firm calendared deadlines for amendments and to provide for final reporting of Florida Education Finance Program Student Membership Survey data in a shorter time period.
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The purpose of the rule development is to revise the schedule for district submission of amendments to student membership survey data via the statewide comprehensive management information system in order to allow data values to be finalized in a more timely manner. The effect is to establish firm calendared deadlines for amendments, and allow for final reporting of Florida Education Finance Program Student Membership Survey data in a shorter time period. Additionally, the rule will be reviewed to ensure consistency with governing Florida Statutes.
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The purpose of the rule development is to revise existing requirements of the statewide comprehensive management information system which are necessary in order to implement changes recommended by school districts and to make changes in state reporting and local recordkeeping procedures for state and/or federal programs. The effect is to maintain compatibility among state and local information systems component.
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On April 20, 2007, the department published notices of rule development for amendments to Chapter 62-210, F.A.C., related to implementation of permitting requirements for Title V sources subject to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Air Interstate Rule, Clean Air Mercury Rule, and Acid Rain program. The notice for Chapter 62-210, F.A.C., failed to include Rule 62-210.300, F.A.C., but conforming amendments to rule citations in this section will be needed as part of the overall rulemaking project. This notice expresses the department’s intent to develop the necessary conforming amendments to Rule 62-210.300, F.A.C.
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The purpose and effect of this new rule is to establish requirements for the activation of retired status license.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to enlarge the conditions under which a licensed psychologist may sign an evaluation or assessment based on the use of test instruments.
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The Board proposes to amend the rule for clarification of reactivation of license requirements.
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The Board proposes to amend the rule to clarify instances of where one Landscape Architect qualifies multiple business entities.
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The proposed amendment to Rule 14-46.001, F.A.C., is to incorporate by reference a revised Utility Accommodation Manual and revised Utility Permit form. Other documents, which are incorporated by reference, are listed within the text of the rule as opposed to being included as secondary references within the manual.
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The petition, as revised, was filed by the Capital Region Community Development District (the “District”) with its registered office located at 123 South Calhoun Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32301. The petition proposes to modify the land area presently serviced by the District by amending its boundary to remove approximately 1,081.55 acres from the District located within the City of Tallahassee and unincorporated Leon County, Florida. The District currently covers approximately 3,286.94 acres of land and after amendment the District will encompass approximately 2,205.39 acres. There are 2 parcels of land located within the proposed contracted boundaries of the District that are to be excluded from the District. The parcels are owned by the Board of Trustees Internal Improvement Trust Fund, 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida 32399. Petitioner has obtained written consent to amend the boundaries of the District from the owners of 100% of the real property located within the contraction parcel.
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In this amendment, the Board proposes to clarify when a provisional license expires.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment in order to decrease the number of trainee appraisers that the supervising appraiser may supervise. The rule amendment also updates the requirements for the contents of an appraisal.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment in order to update the process for the request for a change of examination date and to delete the electronic fingerprinting processing fee.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment in order to remove the requirement for client name and address on the appraisal experience log.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment in order to include a fee for the violation of failing to register the firm or business name and location as required by Section 475.623, F.S.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment in order to include a penalty for the violation of failing to provide direct supervision or training of trainee appraiser and to change the penalty for a supervisory appraiser employed by a trainee appraiser.
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The rule amendment describes the licensees’ obligations when a deposit is placed with an attorney or title company.
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The purpose of the rule amendment is to omit prior renewal fee waivers and implement a renewal fee waiver for the following professions: Athlete Agents, Employee Leasing, Real Estate Appraisers, Architecture and Interior Design, Professional Engineers, and Barbering.
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The purpose of the rule amendment is to update the rule language to add Professional Engineers and Barber Assistants to the schedule for biennial licensure renewal and delete unnecessary or outdated language.
- Proposed Rules (24)
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The proposed rule amendments update, through June 30, 2007, the department’s adoption-by-reference of air pollution regulations promulgated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 40 CFR Parts 50, 51, 52, 53, 58, 60, 61, and 63. The amendments also reverse the adoption-by-reference of EPA regulations at 40 CFR 60, Subparts CCCC and DDDD, and 40 CFR 63, Subpart DDDDD, that have been vacated. The amendments also correct internal rule citations.
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The Board proposes the repeal of this rule pursuant to the recent amendment to Section 947.005(9), F.S.
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The proposed rule amendment is intended to address physician trainees in office surgery settings.
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The proposed new Rules 64B8-31.0101 and 64B8-31.0102, F.A.C., are intended to set forth standard terms which are applicable to Board orders and to set forth the various probation terms imposed by Orders of the Board in disciplinary proceedings with regard to anesthesia assistants.
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The proposed rule amendments are intended to address statutory changes regarding CME; the criteria for reactivation of retired status license; and the fee for reactivation of a retired status license with regard to physician assistants.
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The proposed new Rule 64B8-30.0151, F.A.C., is intended to address standard terms which the Board utilizes in its orders. The proposed new Rule 64B8-30.0152, F.A.C., is intended to address the variables which are utilized in the event a physician assistant is placed on probation by the Board.
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The proposed new Rules 64B15-7.0101 and 64B15-7.0102, F.A.C., are intended to set forth standard terms which are applicable to Board orders and to set forth the various probation terms imposed by Orders of the Board in disciplinary proceedings with regard to anesthesia assistants.
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The proposed rule amendments are intended to address statutory changes regarding CME; the criteria for reactivation of retired status license; and the fee for reactivation of a retired status license with regard to physician assistants.
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The proposed new Rule 64B15-6.0112, F.A.C., is intended to address standard terms which the Board utilizes in its orders. The proposed new Rule 64B15-6.0113, F.A.C., is intended to address the variables which are utilized in the event a physician assistant is placed on probation by the Board.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to remove references to the application fee for continuing education course approval.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to remove references to the renewal fee as referenced in Rule 64B16-26.1003, F.A.C.
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The Board proposes the promulgation of the rule in order to establish criteria for registration of additional new business entity or transfers.
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The Board proposes the rule promulgation in order to establish the duration of passing examination scores.
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The Board proposes the rule promulgation in order to provide instruction for reinstatement of a null and void license pursuant to Section 455.271(6)(b), F.S.
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The purpose of this rule amendment is to incorporate by reference the Florida Medicaid Early Intervention Services Coverage and Limitations Handbook, August 2007. The handbook revisions include updated policies and procedures. The effect will be to incorporate by reference in the rule the Florida Medicaid Early Intervention Services Coverage and Limitations Handbook, August 2007.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to clarify that the Apprentice/Sponsor Orientation course that the apprentice is required to complete and which may count towards the sponsor’s continuing education is Board-approved.
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The amendment changes the admission criteria for Sheriff’s Training and Respect (STAR) programs to accommodate youths with specified substance abuse and psychiatric conditions.
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The Petition was filed by the Julington Creek Plantation Community Development District with its registered office located at 123 South Calhoun Street, Tallahassee, Florida 32301. The Petition proposes to modify the land area presently serviced by the District by amending its boundary to add 26.86 acres to the District located solely within St. Johns County, Florida. The District currently covers approximately 4,119 acres of land and after amendment the District will encompass approximately 4,145.86 acres. Petitioner has obtained written consent to amend the boundaries of the District from the owners of 100% of the real property comprising the expansion parcel. The District intends to construct, acquire or install recreation improvements (recreation complex) for the expansion parcel as outlined in the District’s Improvement Plan.
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The purpose and effect of this rule development is to update the existing language in this rule.
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The Board proposes the rule amendment to clarify reinstatement of null and void license as provided in Rule 61G16-4.004, F.A.C.
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The rule addresses black infant mortality.
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The purpose of this amendment is to implement the changes to Section 475.25(1), F.S., which now authorizes the Florida Real Estate Commission to impose administrative fines not to exceed $5,000.00 for each count or separate offense and the additions of Section 475.25(1)(u) and (v), F.S. subsections 61J2-24.001(3), (11), F.A.C., is being repealed because Section 475.452, F.S., has been repealed.
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The Commission proposes the rule amendment to add language to the rule setting forth the required contents of the course to reactivate a license that has been inactive for more than 12 months but less than 24 months. The rule amendment will also set forth the requirements for retesting.
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The proposed rule amendment is necessary because of the legislative changes to Section 475.453, F.S., as a result of Chapter 2006-210, Laws of Florida.
- Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals (13)
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Qualification and Certification of Neutral Evaluators
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Definitions, Eligibility for Operator Examinations, Qualifications for Operator Licensure, Licensing Requirements for Non-Florida Operators, Candidates' Post Exam Review, Formal Administrative Hearing Petition and Pre-hearing Review Request, Fees for Operator Examinations and Licensure, Duties of Operators, Inactive Status of License, Disciplinary Guidelines, Suspension and Revocation of Operator License
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Definitions., Classification and Staffing of Plants, Additional Classification and Staffing Requirements
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General, Definitions, Renewable Energy Technologies Grants Program, Renewable Energy Technologies Grants Program for Bioenergy, Solar Energy Systems Incentives Program, Renewable Energy Technologies Investment Tax Credit, Renewable Energy Technologies Sales Tax Program, Forms
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Renewable Energy Technologies Grants Program for Bioenergy, Renewable Energy Technologies Sales Tax Program
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Establishment, Boundary, Supervisors
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One Time Fee
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Uniform Home Grading Scale to Grade the Ability of a Home to Withstand Wind Loads from Tropical Storms or Hurricanes
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Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund Assessment Information Gathering
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Rate Increase Standards, Facility Only Rates, Home Health Care Only Rates, Comprehensive Only Rates
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Reports by Insurers of Professional Liability Claims and Actions Required
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Use of Filed Rates, Rate Manual Filings and Revisions, Annual Rate Filings, Filing Procedures for Property and Casualty Insurance Rates, Rules, Underwriting Guidelines, and Forms, ACTUARIAL MEMORANDUM, Homeowners Insurance Ratemaking and Rate Filing Procedures, Dwelling Insurance Ratemaking and Rate Filing Procedures, Ratemaking and Rate Filing Procedures for Commercial Residential Insurance and All Other Lines, Ratemaking and Rate Filing Procedures for Liability Insurance for Medical Malpractice, Forms
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Motor Vehicle Insurance Ratemaking and Rate Filing Procedures
- Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver (20)
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of 67-21.003(1)(a) that incorporates Part II.A.2.a.(2) of the Universal Cycle Application Instruction and Part II.A.2.a.(2) of the 2006 Universal Cycle Application Instructions, Florida Administrative Code from The Villas at Carver Park, LLLP. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a change in ownership structure
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Waiver of 67-48.004(1)(a) that incorporates Part II.A.2.a.(1) of the Universal Cycle Application Instruction, Florida Administrative Code from Golden Acres Redevelopment, Ltd.. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of the restriction to change the ownership structure after submission of the 2006 Universal Application.
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The Department of Health gives notice that it has issued a response to a petition for variance, which was filed on May 3, 2007, by Diana Hosein, Owner, Young Chefs Academy.
The petitioner sought a permanent variance from subparagraph
64E-11.006(1)(m)3., Florida Administrative Code, for the use of a certified residential dishwasher. The Department of Health determined that Young Chefs Academy is not currently a school or any other facility defined as a food service establishment as per section 381.0072(1)(b), Florida Statutes. As the facility did not fall within the Department of Health’s jurisdiction, the Department was without authority to render a decision regarding the variance request. To view the notice of receipt of the petition, see FAW, volume 33, number 20,
May 18, 2007.
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Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(e) regarding a change in the development site from Pebble Hill Estates ("Petition").
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waiver or variance filed by Laith Kasir, M.D., from Rule 64B8-4.009, F.A.C., with regard to the requirement for submission of documentation of medical education directly from Petitioner’s medical school. Comments on this petition should be filed with the Board of Medicine, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #C03, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3053, within 14 days of publication of this notice.
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Variance/Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(g), Florida Administrative Code from The Villages at Halifax Housing, Ltd., LLLP. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a change in the development site.
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Variance/Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(g), Florida Administrative Code fromLakeside Village Housing, Ltd., LLLP. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a change in the development site.
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for Variance/Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(g), Florida Administrative Code fromPine Haven Housing, Ltd., LLLP. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a change in the development site.
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variance from George & Charlotte Young, 105 SE 837th ST, Old Town, FL 32680,
pursuant to section 120.542, F.S. Petitioner is seeking a variance from paragraph 40B-4.3030(11)(b), F.A.C., to the 75-foot setback requirement. The permit applicant is proposing to reconstruct an existing home in Dixie County, Township 11 South, Range 13 East, Section 11, partially within the 75-foot setback of the Suwannee River. These rules are intended to set forth criteria for development activities within a Work of the District. Comments on this petition should be filed with: Jon Dinges, District Clerk, SRWMD, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL 32060, within 14 days of publication of this notice. The petition has been assigned ERP Number 07-0235.
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The Order is regarding the Petition for Waiver or Variance, filed on May 7, 2007, by Lynn Finkelstein. The Notice of Petition for Waiver or Variance was published in Vol. 33, No. 22, of the June 1, 2007, Florida Administrative Weekly. The Petitioner sought a waiver or variance of Rule 61H1-33.006(2), F.A.C., entitled “Inactive or Delinquent Florida Certified Public Accountants Who Desire to Become Active Licensees” with regard to the requirement that required continuing professional education hours have been completed in the 24 months immediately proceeding the date of an application for reactivation. The Board considered the instant Petition at a duly-noticed public meeting, held July 20, 2007, in Tampa, Florida.
The Board’s Order, filed August 14, 2007, denied the petition finding that Petitioner had failed to establish that the purpose of the underlying statute, Section 473.311, would be met by granting a variance or waiver from Rule 61H1-33.006(2), F.A.C. The Board further found that Petitioner failed to establish that applying the requirements of the aforementioned Rule to her circumstances would violate principles of fairness and impose substantial hardship.
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waiver from the Florida Department of Transportation-District Four, Application No. 07-0724-2 for issuance of a Right of Way Occupancy Permit for utilization of Works or Lands of the District known as the C-14, Broward County, to allow utilization of the District’s C-14 right of way for the placement of approximately 1,445’ of continuous barrier wall and concrete sidewalk lying in Sections 34, 35 and 1, Township 48, 49S, Range 42E. The petition seeks relief from Rule 40E-6.011(4) and (6) Fla. Admin. Code, which governs the placement of above-ground permanent and semi-permanent encroachments within 40 feet of the top of the canal bank.
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for Wavier from Collier County Parks & Recreation Department, Application Number 07-0615-8, for utilization of Works of Lands of the District known as the I-75 Canal, Collier County, for the proposed installation of an aluminum pedestrian railing. The petition seeks relief from Rule(s) 40E-6.011 (4), (6), and 40E-6.221 Fla. Admin. Code, which governs placement of above-ground permanent and semi-permanent encroachments (installation of an aluminum pedestrian railing) within the Works or Lands of the District.
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Waiver of 67ER06-27(1)(a) that incorporates Part II.A.2.a.c.(1) of the Universal Cycle Application Instruction, Florida Administrative Code from Golden Acres Redevelopment Phase II, Ltd.. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of the restriction to change the ownership structure.
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Waiver of 67-48.004(1)(a) that incorporates Part III.D.1.f of the Universal Application Instruction, Florida Administrative Code Highland Gardens Development, Ltd. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver to allow for the use of non-skid ceramic floor tile in lieu of tight-napped Berber-type carpet.
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Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(e), Florida Administrative Code from Sea Grape Apartments, Ltd. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a change in the development site.
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Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(e), Florida Administrative Code from Morris Court II, Ltd. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a modification in the development site.
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Waiver of 67-48.004(14)(e), Florida Administrative Code from Creative Choice Homes XXXII, Ltd.. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver of a modification in the development site.
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a Routine Variance for subsections 61C-4.0101(1) and 61C-4.010(6), Florida Administrative Code, from El Mana #1 located in Ocoee. The above referenced F.A.C. addresses food supplies, food protection, and physical facilities-except as specifically provided in this rule, public food service establishments shall be subject to the provisions of chapter three and chapter six of the FDA Food Code. They are requesting to do open air food service on a Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle.
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a Routine Variance for subsection 61C-4.010(7), Florida Administrative Code, from Hytie’s Bagels by the Sea located in Satellite Beach. The above referenced F.A.C. states each public food service establishment shall maintain a minimum of one public bathroom for each sex, properly designated. The proposed establishment has one bathroom facility for patrons and they are requesting a variance to have a seating capacity of eighteen (18).
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Waiver of paragraph 67ER06-27(1)(a), F.A.C., that incorporates Part III.D.1.f of the RRLPl Application Instructions, Florida Administrative Code, from Friendship Tower, Ltd. (“Petition”). The Petition is seeking a waiver to allow for the use of non-skid ceramic floor tile in lieu of tight-napped Berber-type carpet.
- Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings (85)
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AGENDA
I Welcome and Introductions
II Old Business
III New Business
a. Division of Plant Industry Representatives
b. Everglades Research & Education Center staff project updates
IV Presentations
V Questions and Answers – General Discussion
VI Adjourn
; Wednesday, October 3, 2007 at 12:00pm; Everglades Research and Education Center on County Road 880 in Belle Glade, Florida
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PLANNING TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING; Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 10:00 a.m.; Board Room of SFRTA’s Administrative Offices, located at 800 NW 33rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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Osceola County Community Alliance; September 18, 2007 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; 1 Courthouse Square, Kissimmee, FL 34741 Room 2501
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Monthly Business meeting; Wednesday, September 12, 2007
2:00 to 4:00 PM
; South Florida Regional Planning Council
3440 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 140
Hollywood, FL 33021
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The purpose of this meeting is to conduct general business of the Florida Alligator Marketing and Education Committee, and to discuss marketing and education initiatives for the next fiscal year.; Tuesday, September 18, 2007 @ 10:00 AM; Bob Crawford Agriculture Center
605 East Main Street
Bartow, Florida
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The Lake Jesup, Crane Strand, and Long Branch Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP) Working Group was formed to provide a forum for stakeholders to discuss issues related to the MSJ TMDLs, including development, allocation, and implementation of the TMDLs. Topics for this meeting include continuing discussion of the Lake Jesup, Crane Strand, and Long Branch Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP).; 1:00 p.m., Thursday, September 20, 2007; Lake Sylvan Park
845 Lake Markham Road
Sanford, FL 32771
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SWFRPC Lower West Coast Watersheds Subcommittee to discuss various water quality issues throughout the Southwest Florida Region.; Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 10:00 am; Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council - 1st floor conference room - 1926 Victoria Avenue - Fort Myers, Florida
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Regularly scheduled meeting for all Parole, Conditional Release, Conditional Medical Release, Addiction Recovery and Control Release matters as well as other Commission business.; Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 9 a.m.; Florida Parole Commission, 2601 Blairstone Road, Bldg.C., Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2450
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Matters pertaining to the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind; Saturday, September 15, 2007 9:00 am; CLD Room - Moore Hall - FSDB Campus 207 N. San Marco Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084
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Discussion on recommendations and selections for the Division of Blind Services Director.; September 6, 2007
10:00 M (EST); Contact Phyllis Dill for the conference number.
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General board business.; Tuesday, September 18, 2007, commencing at 10:30 a.m.; Department of Health, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida at meet me number (888) 808-6959, when prompted enter conference code of 9849329103, then #.
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; Thursday, September 20, 2007, commencing at 9:30 a.m.; Department of Health, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida at meet me number (888) 808-6959, when prompted enter conference code 9849329103, then #.
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; Thursday, September 20, 2007, commencing at 4:00 p.m.; The Marriott Tampa Airport, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, Florida 33607
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General board business.; Friday, September 21, 2007, commencing at 9:00 a.m.; Marriott Tampa Airport, Tampa International Airport, Tampa, Florida 33607
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; Thursday, September 27, 2007, commencing at 10:00 a.m.; Department of Health, 4052 Bald Cypress Way, Tallahassee, Florida at meet me number (888) 808-6959, when prompted enter conference code 9849329103, then #.
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The Florida Water Resources Monitoring Council is meeting to pursue its charges to coordinate and standardize monitoring in Florida waters.; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. or until business completed; Wednesday, September 12, 2007, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. or until business completed; St. Johns River Water Management District
4049 Reid Street
Palatka, FL 32177
Tuesday September 11: Room 136, Resource Management, Building 4, Area D
Wednesday September 12: Governing Board Room, Building 1, Area C
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South Florida Water Management District; ;
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South Florida Water Management District; ;
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This is a monthly meeting of the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board for the purpose of reviewing penalties imposed upon any vehicle or person under the provisions of Chapter 316, Florida Statutes, relating to weights imposed on the highway by the axles and wheels of motor vehicles, to special fuel and motor fuel tax compliance, or to violations of safety regulations.
Any person aggrieved by the imposition of a civil penalty pursuant to Sections 316.3025 or 316.550, Florida Statutes, may apply to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board for a modification, cancellation, or revocation of the penalty.; September 13, 2007, 8:30 a.m.; Hawthorn Suites Lake Buena Vista, 8303 Palm Parkway, Orlando, Florida.
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General Business of the district, Regular Monthly Meeting.; September 12, 2007, 4:00 p.m.; Orange County Administration Building, 201 South Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801
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Consideration of Adoption of Proposed Millage Rate for fiscal year 2007-2008 and Consideration of Adoption of the District's fiscal year 2007-2008 tentative proposed budget; Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 5:05 p.m. CDT; DeFuniak Springs City Hall
71 U.S. Highway 90 West
(Intersection of U.S. Highway 90 West and U.S. Highway 331)
DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32435
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Regular Bi-Monthly Meeting of the LEPC and/or its Sub-Committees, to discuss the provisions of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know programs.; September 12, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.; Okeechobee County Annex
456 Highway 98 North
Okeechobee, FL 34972
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This is a regularly scheduled meeting of the Environmental Advisory Committee to discuss committee business and issues.; Wednesday, September 12, 2007, 1:00 pm; Tampa Service Office, 7601 Highway 301 North, Tampa, FL 33637
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Governing Board to discuss and consider District business, including regulatory and non-regulatory matters and may include an amendment to the District's Fiscal Year 2007 budget to revise revenues and expenditures.; Project and Lands Committee Meeting: September 12, 2007, 10:00 a.m.
DATE AND TIME: Workshop: September 12, 2007, 1:00 p.m.
DATE AND TIME: Meeting: September 13, 2007, 9:00 a.m.
All or part of these meetings may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation by Governing Board members .Governing Board action may be taken at the Governing Board Workshop or Meeting. If Workshop items are not discussed on 9/12, the items may be discussed on 9/13.
; SFWMD Headquarters, B-1 Building, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33416.
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To
receive and consider public comment and vote on the tentative
FY07/08 millage rates and budget.
All or part of this meeting may be conducted as a
teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of
Governing Board members.
; Wednesday, September 12, 2007, 5:15 p.m. – until complete; SFWMD Headquarters, Building B-1, 3301 Gun Club
Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
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To
receive public comment, vote on the final FY07/08 millage rates
and budget.
All or part of this meeting may be conducted as a
teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of
Governing Board members.
; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 5:15 p.m. –
until complete
; SFWMD Headquarters, Building B-1, 3301 Gun Club
Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
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Regular monthly meeting of the Council and/or it's Executive Committee.; September 12, 2007, 9:30 a.m.; Bartow Public Library
2150 South Broadway Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
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To conduct the regular business of the council.
COMMITTEE AND TASK FORCE MEETINGS: Please note that committees and task forces of the Florida Independent Living Council will meet at various times throughout the year to carry out the work of the council; the meeting dates and times will be posted at the above address at least seven days prior to the meeting. Persons who want to be notified of such meetings may request to be put on the mailing list for such notices by writing to Molly Gosline at the council address.; MEETING: Point Persons Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 12 2007, 10:30 a.m. (EST); FILC, Inc. Administrative Offices, 1018 Thomasville Road, Suite 100A, Tallahassee, Florida 32303-6271
MEETING: GRF Steering Committee Meeting
DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, October 17, 2007, 2:00 p.m. (EST)
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To conduct a meeting of the Florida District VIII LEPC and discuss and implement provisions of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).; Wednesday, September 26, 2007, 10:30 a.m.; Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council; 4000 Gateway Centre Blvd., Suite 100; Pinellas Park, FL 33782-6136
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The Board of Nursing hereby gives notice of a public hearing on the above-referenced rules to be held on October 10, 2007 at 6:00 P.M. at the Hyatt Regency, 225 East Coast Line Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202. The rule was originally published in Vol. 33, No. 30 of the July 27, 2007 Florida Administrative Weekly.; October 10, 2007 at 6:00 P.M; Hyatt Regency, 225 East Coast Line Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32202
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To conduct the business of the District Board.; September 12, 2007 at 10:00 A.M.; Duval Agricultural Extension Center, 1010 N. McDuff Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32254
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This will be a general business meeting of the Foundation for Indigent Guardianship, Inc.; September 18, 2007 from 8:00a.m. to 10:00a.m.; Callers within Tallahassee and outside of Tallahassee:
1-888-808-6959
When prompted, enter Conference Code number 4142381 followed by #
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For cases previously heard by the panel.; September 19, 2007 @ 5:30 p.m.; Department of Health, Tallahassee at Meet Me Number (888) 808-6959 conference code (2458182)
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Matters pertaining to the recommendation of a person to serve as an interim President for the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind.; Friday, September 7, 2007 at 10:00n AM; Center for Leadership Development - Moore Hall - Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind - 207 N. San Marco Avenue - St. Augustine, FL 32084
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Administrative Confinement proposed rule amendments.; 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 27, 2007; Department of Corrections Central Office located at 2601 Blair Stone Road, Tallahassee, Florida, 32399-2500
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State Farm Florida Insurance Company (“State Farm”) is to appear and testify regarding its underwriting practices, New Business Rule, Non-renewal Rule, Non-renewals, decision to withdraw from the Condominium Association Line of Business, and the impact these decisions have had on State Farm’s rate filings and State Farm’s relationship to insurance rating and trade associations.
Florida law allows the Office of Insurance Regulation to hold a hearing for any purpose within the scope of the Insurance Code deemed to be necessary.; September 10, 2007, at 9:30 a.m.; 301 Senate Office Building, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company (“State Farm Mutual”) is to appear and testify regarding its Non-renewal Rules, New Business Rules, Multi-line Policy Discounts, and State Farm Mutual’s relationship to insurance rating and trade associations.
Florida law allows the Office of Insurance Regulation to hold a hearing for any purpose within the scope of the Insurance Code deemed to be necessary.
; September 10, 2007, at 9:30 a.m.; 301 Senate Office Building, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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State Farm Fire and Casualty Company (“State Farm Fire and Casualty”) is to appear and testify regarding its underwriting practices, New Business Rule, Non-renewal Rule, Non-renewals, and the impact these decisions have had on State Farm Fire and Casualty’s rate filings and State Farm Fire and Casualty’s relationship to insurance rating and trade associations.
Florida law allows the Office of Insurance Regulation to hold a hearing for any purpose within the scope of the Insurance Code deemed to be necessary.
; September 10, 2007, at 9:30 a.m.; 301 Senate Office Building, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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Discussion of the future changes for the interior counties known as the Heartland of Florida.; September 19, 2007 at 9:00 a.m.; South Florida Community College
University Center Auditorium
600 West College Drive
Avon Park, FL 33825
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Florida Public Service Commission; ;
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Floridia Cancer Control and Research Advisory Council; October 8, 2007 11am - 3pm; Tampa Airport Marriott, Tampa, FL
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General Business.; September 17, 2007, 2:00pm - 3:00pm; Conference toll free call-in number 1-877-540-9892, participant code 833035.
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General Board Business.; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, at 10:00 a.m.; The Call-in number is 888.808.6959 and the conference code is 9225020.
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This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of proposed amendments to Rule 69O-125.003, Florida Administrative Code, published on June 15, 2007 in Vol. 33, No. 24, of the Florida Administrative Weekly, No notice of change was published.
THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:
69O-125.003 Unfair Discrimination Because of Travel Plans.
(1) No insurer nor person authorized to engage in the business of insurance in the State of Florida shall refuse to issue or refuse to continue any policy, contract or certificate of insurance of any individual, or limit the amount, extent or kind of insurance coverage offered to an individual, any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance, annuity contract, an accident, disability or health insurance policy or certificate, because of the intent of the applicant to engage in future lawful foreign travel or based upon past lawful foreign travel, unless the insurer can demonstrate that insureds who have traveled or intend to travel are a separate actuarially supportable class whose risk of loss is different from those insureds who have not traveled and do not intend to travel.
(2) No insurer nor person authorized to engage in the business of insurance in the State of Florida, shall, in determining the rates charged an applicant for coverage under any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance, annuity contract, accident, disability or health insurance, issued or to be issued to be delivered to any resident of this state, consider the intent of the applicant to engage in future lawful foreign travel or past lawful travel of the applicant, unless the insurer can demonstrate that insureds who have traveled or intend to travel are a separate actuarially supportable class whose risk of loss is different from those insureds who have not traveled and do not intend to travel.
(3) No insurer nor person authorized to engage in the business of insurance in the State of Florida shall refuse to issue any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance to or refuse to continue any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance of any individual or limit the amount, extent or kind of life insurance coverage offered to an individual based solely on the individual’s past lawful foreign travel. Violation of this rule constitutes unfair discrimination prohibited by Section 626.9541(1)(g), F.S.
(4) No insurer nor person authorized to engage in the business of insurance in the State of Florida shall refuse to issue any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance to or refuse to continue any policy, contract or certificate of life insurance of an individual, or limit the amount, extent or kind of life insurance coverage offered an individual based solely on the individual’s future lawful foreign travel plans unless the insurer can demonstrate that individuals who travel are a separate actuarially supportable class whose mortality risk is different from that of individuals who do not travel, and that such risk classification is based on sound actuarial principles and actual or reasonably anticipated experience that correlates to the risk of travel to a specific destination.
(5) An insurer shall file for approval information demonstrating that individuals who travel to a specific destination constitute a separate actuarially supportable class. The insurer shall not utilize such information within any underwriting decision resulting in a refusal to issue, refusal to continue, limitation on amount, extent or kind of life insurance coverage available to an individual until the Office has first approved the filing and determined that the insurer has demonstrated that the underwriting proposed meets compliance with the standards of Section 626.9541(1)(dd), F.S. Nothing in this rule prevents an insurer from asking questions about foreign travel on an application in order to compile information provided such information is not used in any underwriting decision unless the insurer has received prior approval from the Office.
(6) In determining individuals who travel are a separate actuarially supportable class whose risk of loss is different from those individuals who do not travel based on sound actuarial principles and actual or reasonably anticipated experience that correlates to the risk of travel to a specific destination, insurers shall:
(a) Have performed a detailed actuarial analysis detailing the specific impact of the proposed risk;
(b) Demonstrate that all similar risks with similar risk exposure are similarly treated and that the risk is outside of the underwriting parameters that the insurer is accepting for its maximum rated risks;
(c) Use statistically credible data that is specific and relevant to the analysis and risk being evaluated, that is, using a country population death rate is not relevant to the analysis of the risk of short-term travel. In the absence of actual experience, an actuary may submit for the Office’s consideration clear actuarial evidence, including clinical experience or expert opinion relied upon by the actuary that demonstrates to the Office that differences in risk are related to the travel;
(d) Disclose the range of underwriting and rating options and how each is supported by the analysis;
(e) Maintain a report prepared by the actuary providing the information used and relied upon by the actuary in preparing his conclusions, including but not limited to: summarizing the source, basis and relevancy of data used, the impact of the risk on expected loss, the range of expected loss within the underwriting class and how the proposed travel risk falls inside or outside of such underwriting range, the analysis performed and the basis of any conclusions reached. Such report shall disclose how compliance with all appropriate actuarial standards of practice is met and specifically detail any standards that are not.
(7) In accordance with s. 626.9541(1)(dd)3., an insurer may file a petition for a variance or waiver with the Office for a limited exception from the statute and this rule. The petition shall contain supporting information demonstrating that the requested limited exception(s) are based upon national or international emergency conditions that affect the public health, safety, and welfare and are consistent with public policy.
(8)(a) Insurers are required to maintain the following data. The data for each calendar year shall be submitted to the Office annually by January 31 of the following year:
1. The number of applications under which a policy or certificate of life insurance or an annuity contract was denied;
2. The number of applications under which a policy or certificate of life insurance or an annuity contract’s continuation was refused; and
3. The number of applications under which a policy or certificate of life insurance or an annuity contract’s coverage was limited.
(b) For each specific case, the insurer shall provide the reason for taking such action.
(c) For each case the insurer shall provide a brief summary, prepared by an actuary, of the supporting data and analysis used in taking such action for such specific destination. Such underlying data and analysis shall be available upon request of the Office.
(9)(a) Violation of this rule constitutes unfair discrimination prohibited by Sections 626.9541(1)(g) & (dd), F.S.
(b) An insurer that uses past travel or future lawful travel in underwriting decisions without having first filed and received approval of the Office shall, among other administrative penalties:
1. Provide restitution to all applicants or insureds that were negatively acted upon by the insurer;
2. Issue the coverage applied for which was rejected, subject to the applicants option of the effective date being the date of application or the current date; and
3. Pay any valid claim of an applicant incurred subsequent to the initial application date.
(10) “Travel” shall not include “residency” or relocation for employment. An individual who is absent from the United States for more than one hundred eighty [180] consecutive days and has established a residence in a foreign country during that period is considered to be residing in that country. Residency in a foreign country is not considered "foreign travel" for purposes of this Rule.
Specific Authority 626.9541(1)(dd)3., 626.9611 FS. Law Implemented 626.951, 626.9521, 626.9541(1)(g), and (dd), FS. History–New 7-6-06, Amended ______________.
; September 19, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of proposed amendments to Rule 69O-203.202, Florida Administrative Code, published on May 4, 2007 in Vol. 33, No. 18, of the Florida Administrative Weekly. A notice of change was published on July 20, 2007 in Vol. 33, No. 29.
THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:
69O-203.202 Standards for Discount Medical Plans.
(1) through (2) No change.
(3)(a) All charges to members must be filed with the Office, and the Office must approve any periodic charge exceeding $30.00 per month, or $50.00 per month as provided by rule 69O-203.204(1)(b), F.A.C., for the contract issued and not per member covered on the contract, before the periodic charges can be used. Periodic charges approved pursuant to this paragraph must remain in compliance with this paragraph. Consequently, subsequent to the initial approval, the periodic charges remain subject to review by the Office to ensure continued compliance.
(b) In a filing made pursuant to paragraph (a) above, the discount medical plan organization has the burden of proof that the periodic charges bear a reasonable relationship to the benefits received by the member. If the discount medical plan organization uses member savings as the basis of demonstrating the benefits received by the member, the benefits shall be benefits and savings that can be reasonably anticipated by an average Floridian who may purchase such contract.
(c) A discount medical plan organization may, at its option, make a filing that meets one of the following standards that have been determined to meet the requirement of paragraph (b) above:
1. The discount medical plan organization provides financial information to demonstrate that at least sixty percent (60%) of the periodic charge is used to pay the costs associated with providing access to discount medical services, excluding any administrative costs, commissions and profits; or
2. The discount medical plan organization provides financial information to demonstrate that the plan’s periodic charge does not exceed sixty percent (60%) of the actual benefit of the discounted services to members, measured as the actual savings realized by members, i.e., provider billed charges without the discount less the discounted provider charges paid by the member. These values shall be measured in the aggregate for all members and all actual services utilized over a period of twelve months with experience from at least 2,000 members; or
3. The discount medical plan organization provides specific financial information to demonstrate that at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the periodic charge is used to pay the costs associated with providing access to discount medical services, member support services and administrative costs excluding commissions and profits.
Specific Authority 636.232 FS. Law Implemented 636.216 FS. History–New 4-7-05, Amended_________________.
69O-203.204 Filing, Approval of DMPO Plans, Rates and Related Forms.
(1) The DMPO shall file all charges with the Office and shall file for approval by the Office each of the following before use:
(a) No change.
(b) 1. Any periodic charge for any Plan that is in excess of $50.00 $30.00 per month, if the plan includes at least the following services: physician services licensed under chapter 458 or 459, dental services, vision services, chiropractic services, and podiatric services, but does not include hospital services.
2. Any periodic charge for any other Plan, whether the Plan includes one or more services, that is in excess of $30.00 per month.
(2) Free Plans. The Plan contracts and charges of a Plan that is purchased from a DMPO and subsequently provided at no charge to individuals by an insurer, bank, credit union, or employer are exempt from Rule 69O-203.202 (1) (e) & (f).
(3) (2) All filings shall be submitted to the Office electronically to https://iportal.fldfs.com.
(4) (3) A filing shall consist of the following items:
(a) through (e) No change.
Specific Authority 636.232 FS. Law Implemented 624.424(1)(c), 636.208, 636.216 FS. History–New 4-7-05, Amended 5-4-06, Amended_________________.
69O-203.205 Bundled Products.
(1) The provisions of Section 636.230, F.S., recognize that the discount medical plan may be combined together with other products. When a bundled product is sold, the DMPO must provide the charges attributable to the discount medical plan component in writing to the member if the total monthly charges for the bundled product exceed the limits of $30.00 or $50.00 as provided in Rule 69O-203.204(1)(b), F.A.C. Any filing of a bundled product made pursuant to Rule 69O-203.204, F.A.C., shall clearly identify the discount medical plan component separately from each other component.
(2) No change.
(3) When the bundled product contains insurance or other products subject to regulation and approval by the Office, a DMPO may submit for approval a combined application. Each product that is involved in the sale of the bundled product, combined application, and the charges relating to each component of the bundled product must be filed in accordance with the laws and regulations applicable to each component.
Specific Authority 636.232 FS. Law Implemented 636.230 FS. History–New 5-4-06, Amended_________________.
; September 19, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of proposed amendments to Rule 69O-142.200, Florida Administrative Code, published on August 24, 2007 in Vol. 33, No. 34, of the Florida Administrative Weekly, No notice of change was published.
THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:
69O-142.200 Military Sales Practices.
(1) The purpose of this regulation is to set forth standards to protect active duty service members of the United States Armed Forces from dishonest and predatory insurance sales practices by declaring certain identified practices to be false, misleading, deceptive or unfair.
(2) Scope - This regulation shall apply only to the solicitation or sale of any life insurance or annuity product by an insurer to an active duty service member of the United States Armed Forces.
(3) Exemptions - This regulation shall not apply to solicitations or sales involving:
(a) Credit insurance;
(b) Group life insurance or group annuities where there is no in-person, face-to-face solicitation of individuals by an insurance producer or where the contract or certificate does not include a side fund;
(c) An application to the existing insurer that issued the existing policy or contract when a contractual change or a conversion privilege is being exercised; or, when the existing policy or contract is being replaced by the same insurer pursuant to a program filed with and approved by the commissioner; or, when a term conversion privilege is exercised among corporate affiliates;
(d) Individual stand-alone health policies, including disability income policies;
(e) Contracts offered by Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) or Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI), as authorized by 38 U.S.C. Section 1965 et seq.;
(f) Life insurance contracts offered through or by a non-profit military association, qualifying under Section 501 (c) (23) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), and which are not underwritten by an insurer; or
(g) Contracts used to fund:
1. An employee pension or welfare benefit plan that is covered by the Employee Retirement and Income Security Act (ERISA);
2. A plan described by Sections 401(a), 401(k), 403(b), 408(k) or 408(p) of the IRC, as amended, if established or maintained by an employer;
3. A government or church plan defined in Section 414 of the IRC, a government or church welfare benefit plan, or a deferred compensation plan of a state or local government or tax exempt organization under Section 457 of the IRC;
4. A nonqualified deferred compensation arrangement established or maintained by an employer or plan sponsor;
5. Settlements of or assumptions of liabilities associated with personal injury litigation or any dispute or claim resolution process; or
6. Prearranged funeral contracts.
(h) Nothing herein shall be construed to abrogate the ability of nonprofit organizations (and/or other organizations) to educate members of the United States Armed Forces in accordance with Department of Defense DoD Instruction 1344.07 – PERSONAL COMMERCIAL SOLICITATION ON DOD INSTALLATIONS or successor directive.
(I) For purposes of this regulation, general advertisements, direct mail and internet marketing shall not constitute “solicitation.” Telephone marketing shall not constitute "solicitation" provided the caller explicitly and conspicuously discloses that the product concerned is life insurance and makes no statements that avoid a clear and unequivocal statement that life insurance is the subject matter of the solicitation. Provided however, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to exempt an insurer from this regulation in any in-person, face-to-face meeting established as a result of the “solicitation” exemptions identified in this subsection.
(4) Definitions
(a) “Active Duty” means full-time duty in the active military service of the United States and includes members of the reserve component (National Guard and Reserve) while serving under published orders for active duty or full-time training or in a drill status in the National Guard or United States Armed Forces Reserve.
(b) “Department of Defense (DoD) Personnel” means all active duty service members and all civilian employees, including nonappropriated fund employees and special government employees, of the Department of Defense.
(c) “Door to Door” means a solicitation or sales method whereby an insurance producer proceeds randomly or selectively from household to household without prior specific appointment.
(d) “General Advertisement” means an advertisement having as its sole purpose the promotion of the reader's or viewer's interest in the concept of insurance, or the promotion of the insurer or the insurance producer.
(e) “Insurer” means an insurance company required to be licensed under the laws of this state to provide life insurance products, including annuities.
(f) “Insurance producer” means a person required to be licensed under the laws of this state to sell, solicit or negotiate life insurance, including annuities.
(g) “Known” or “Knowingly” means, depending on its use herein, the insurance producer or insurer had actual awareness, or in the exercise of ordinary care should have known, at the time of the act or practice complained of, that the person solicited is a service member.
(h) “Life Insurance” means insurance coverage on human lives including benefits of endowment and annuities, and may include benefits in the event of death or dismemberment by accident and benefits for disability income and unless otherwise specifically excluded, includes individually issued annuities.
(i) “Military Installation” means any federally owned, leased, or operated base, reservation, post, camp, building, or other facility to which service members are assigned for duty, including barracks, transient housing, and family quarters.
(j) “MyPay” is a Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) web-based system that enables service members to process certain discretionary pay transactions or provide updates to personal information data elements without using paper forms.
(k) “Service Member” means any active duty officer (commissioned and warrant) or enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces.
(l) “Side Fund” means a fund or reserve that is part of or otherwise attached to a life insurance policy (excluding individually issued annuities) by rider, endorsement or other mechanism which accumulates premium or deposits with interest or by other means. The term does not include:
1. accumulated value or cash value or secondary guarantees provided by a universal life policy;
2. cash values provided by a whole life policy which are subject to standard nonforfeiture law for life insurance; or
3. a premium deposit fund which:
a. contains only premiums paid in advance which accumulate at interest;
b. imposes no penalty for withdrawal;
c. does not permit funding beyond future required premiums;
d. is not marketed or intended as an investment; and
e. does not carry a commission, either paid or calculated.
(m) “Specific Appointment” means a prearranged appointment agreed upon by both parties and definite as to place and time.
(n) “United States Armed Forces” means all components of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
(5) The following acts or practices when committed on a military installation by an insurer with respect to the in-person, face-to-face solicitation of life insurance are declared to be unfair or deceptive acts or practices by s.626.9541 or s.626.9551, F.S.:
(a) Knowingly soliciting the purchase of any life insurance product “door to door” or without first establishing a specific appointment for each meeting with the prospective purchaser.
(b) Soliciting service members in a group or “mass” audience or in a “captive” audience where attendance is not voluntary.
(c) Knowingly making appointments with or soliciting service members during their normally scheduled duty hours.
(d) Making appointments with or soliciting service members in barracks, day rooms, unit areas, or transient personnel housing or other areas where the installation commander has prohibited solicitation.
(e) Soliciting the sale of life insurance without first obtaining permission from the installation commander or the commander’s designee.
(f) Posting unauthorized bulletins, notices or advertisements.
(g) Failing to present DD Form 2885, Personal Commercial Solicitation Evaluation, to service members solicited or encouraging service members solicited not to complete or submit a DD Form 2885.
(h) Knowingly accepting an application for life insurance or issuing a policy of life insurance on the life of an enlisted member of the United States Armed Forces without first obtaining for the insurer’s files a completed copy of any required form which confirms that the applicant has received counseling or fulfilled any other similar requirement for the sale of life insurance established by regulations, directives or rules of the DoD or any branch of the Armed Forces.
(i) Using DoD personnel, directly or indirectly, as a representative or agent in any official or business capacity with or without compensation with respect to the solicitation or sale of life insurance to service members.
(j) Using an insurance producer to participate in any United States Armed Forces sponsored education or orientation program.
(6) The following acts or practices by an insurer constitute corrupt practices, improper influences or inducements and are declared to be unfair or deceptive acts or practices prohibited by s.626.9541, F.S. or s. 626.9551, F.S., regardless of location:
(a) Submitting, processing or assisting in the submission or processing of any allotment form or similar device used by the United States Armed Forces to direct a service member’s pay to a third party for the purchase of life insurance. The foregoing includes, but is not limited to, using or assisting in using a service member's “MyPay” account or other similar internet or electronic medium for such purposes. This subsection does not prohibit assisting a service member by providing insurer or premium information necessary to complete any allotment form.
(b) Knowingly receiving funds from a service member for the payment of premium from a depository institution with which the service member has no formal banking relationship. For purposes of this section, a formal banking relationship is established when the depository institution:
1. provides the service member a deposit agreement and periodic statements and makes the disclosures required by the Truth in Savings Act, 12 U.S.C. § 4301 et seq. and the regulations promulgated thereunder; and
2. permits the service member to make deposits and withdrawals unrelated to the payment or processing of insurance premiums.
(c) Employing any device or method or entering into any agreement whereby funds received from a service member by allotment for the payment of insurance premiums are identified on the service member’s Leave and Earnings Statement or equivalent or successor form as “Savings” or “Checking” and where the service member has no formal banking relationship as defined in subsection (6)(b).
(d) Entering into any agreement with a depository institution for the purpose of receiving funds from a service member whereby the depository institution, with or without compensation, agrees to accept direct deposits from a service member with whom it has no formal banking relationship.
(e) Using DoD personnel, directly or indirectly, as a representative or agent in any official or unofficial capacity with or without compensation with respect to the solicitation or sale of life insurance to service members, or to the family members of such personnel.
(f) Offering or giving anything of value, directly or indirectly, to DoD personnel to procure their assistance in encouraging, assisting or facilitating the solicitation or sale of life insurance to another service member.
(g) Knowingly offering or giving anything of value to a service member for his or her attendance to any event where an application for life insurance is solicited.
(h) Advising a service member to change his or her income tax withholding or State of legal residence for the sole purpose of increasing disposable income to purchase life insurance.
(i) 1. Making any representation, or using any device, title, descriptive name or identifier that has the tendency or capacity to confuse or mislead a service member into believing that the insurer, insurance producer or product offered is affiliated, connected or associated with, endorsed, sponsored, sanctioned or recommended by the U.S. Government, the United States Armed Forces, or any state or federal agency or government entity. Examples of prohibited insurance producer titles include, but are not limited to, "Battalion Insurance Counselor," "Unit Insurance Advisor," "Servicemen's Group Life Insurance Conversion Consultant" or “Veteran’s Benefits Counselor.”
2. Nothing herein shall be construed to prohibit a person from using a professional designation awarded after the successful completion of a course of instruction in the business of insurance by an accredited institution of higher learning. Such designations include, but are not limited to, Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Master of Science In Financial Services (MSFS), or Masters of Science Financial Planning (MS).
(j) Soliciting the purchase of any life insurance product through the use of or in conjunction with any third party organization that promotes the welfare of or assists members of the United States Armed Forces in a manner that has the tendency or capacity to confuse or mislead a service member into believing that either the insurer, insurance producer or insurance product is affiliated, connected or associated with, endorsed, sponsored, sanctioned or recommended by the U.S. Government, or the United States Armed Forces.
(k) Using or describing the credited interest rate on a life insurance policy in a manner that implies that the credited interest rate is a net return on premium paid.
(l) Excluding individually issued annuities, misrepresenting the mortality costs of a life insurance product, including stating or implying that the product "costs nothing" or is "free."
(m) Making any representation regarding the availability, suitability, amount, cost, exclusions or limitations to coverage provided to a service member or dependents by SGLI or VGLI, which is false, misleading or deceptive.
(n) Making any representation regarding conversion requirements, including the costs of coverage, or exclusions or limitations to coverage of SGLI or VGLI to private insurers which is false, misleading or deceptive.
(o) Suggesting, recommending or encouraging a service member to cancel or terminate his or her SGLI policy or issuing a life insurance policy which replaces an existing SGLI policy unless the replacement shall take effect upon or after the service member’s separation from the United States Armed Forces.
(p) Deploying, using or contracting for any lead generating materials designed exclusively for use with service members that do not clearly and conspicuously disclose that the recipient will be contacted by an insurance producer, if that is the case, for the purpose of soliciting the purchase of life insurance.
(q) Failing to disclose that a solicitation for the sale of life insurance will be made when establishing a specific appointment for an in-person, face-to-face meeting with a prospective purchaser.
(r) Excluding individually issued annuities, failing to clearly and conspicuously disclose the fact that the product being sold is life insurance.
(s) Failing to make, at the time of sale or offer to an individual known to be a service member, the written disclosures required by Section 10 of the “Military Personnel Financial Services Protection Act,” Pub. L. No. 109-290, p.16.
(t) Excluding individually issued annuities, when the sale is conducted in-person face-to-face with an individual known to be a service member, failing to provide the applicant at the time the application is taken:
1. an explanation of any free look period with instructions on how to cancel if a policy is issued; and
2. either a copy of the application or a written disclosure. The copy of the application or the written disclosure shall clearly and concisely set out the type of life insurance, the death benefit applied for and its expected first year cost. A basic illustration that meets the requirements of s. 626.99, F.S. shall be deemed sufficient to meet this requirement for a written disclosure.
(u) Excluding individually issued annuities, recommending the purchase of any life insurance product which includes a side fund to a service member unless the insurer has reasonable grounds for believing that the life insurance death benefit, standing alone, is suitable.
(v) Offering for sale or selling a life insurance product which includes a side fund to a service member who is currently enrolled in SGLI, is presumed unsuitable unless, after the completion of a needs assessment, the insurer demonstrates that the applicant’s SGLI death benefit, together with any other military survivor benefits, savings and investments, survivor income, and other life insurance are insufficient to meet the applicant’s insurable needs for life insurance.
1. “Insurable needs” are the risks associated with premature death taking into consideration the financial obligations and immediate and future cash needs of the applicant’s estate and/or survivors or dependents.
2. “Other military survivor benefits” include, but are not limited to: the Death Gratuity, Funeral Reimbursement, Transition Assistance, Survivor and Dependents’ Educational Assistance, Dependency and Indemnity Compensation, TRICARE Healthcare benefits, Survivor Housing Benefits and Allowances, Federal Income Tax Forgiveness, and Social Security Survivor Benefits.
(w) Excluding individually issued annuities, offering for sale or selling any life insurance contract which includes a side fund:
1. unless interest credited accrues from the date of deposit to the date of withdrawal and permits withdrawals without limit or penalty;
2. unless the applicant has been provided with a schedule of effective rates of return based upon cash flows of the combined product. For this disclosure, the effective rate of return will consider all premiums and cash contributions made by the policyholder and all cash accumulations and cash surrender values available to the policyholder in addition to life insurance coverage. This schedule will be provided for at least each policy year from one (1) to ten (10) and for every fifth policy year thereafter ending at age 100, policy maturity or final expiration; and
3. which by default diverts or transfers funds accumulated in the side fund to pay, reduce or offset any premiums due.
(x) Excluding individually issued annuities, offering for sale or selling any life insurance contract which after considering all policy benefits, including but not limited to endowment, return of premium or persistency, does not comply with standard nonforfeiture law for life insurance.
(y) Selling any life insurance product to an individual known to be a service member that excludes coverage if the insured’s death is related to war, declared or undeclared, or any act related to military service except for an accidental death coverage, e.g., double indemnity, which may be excluded.
Specific Authority 626.308(1), 626.9541(1), 626.6911, F.S. Law Implemented 626.307(1), 626.951, 626.9521, 626.9541(1), 626.9611, F.S. History – New___.
; September 19, 2007 at 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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Probable Cause Panel meeting portions which are closed to the public. Agenda available on request.; September 21, 2007 at 9:00 a.m.; Access Phone: (888) 808-6959 Conference Code 9226020
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The meeting published in the August 10, 2007, Vol. 33/32 edition of the FAW is CANCELLED.; Monday, September 10, 2007, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Department of Education, 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1721/25, Tallahassee, Florida 32399--CANCELLED
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LAKE PANASOFFKEE RESTORATION COUNCIL MEETING: Consider Council business. Ad Order 46166; Monday, September 10, 2007, 4:00 p.m.; Sumter County Courthouse, 209 North Florida Street, Bushnell
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JOINT GOVERNING AND BASIN BOARDS STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOP: Strategic Planning discussion. Ad Order 46166; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, 9:30 a.m.; SWFWMD Tampa Service Office, 7601 U.S. Highway 301 North, Tampa
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GOVERNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING FOR TENTATIVE FISCAL YEAR 2008 BUDGET: Governing Board Public Hearing for Adoption of Tentative Millage Rates and Tentative Budget for Fiscal Year 2008. Ad Order 46166; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, 5:01 p.m.; SWFWMD Tampa Service Office, 7601 U.S. Highway 301 North, Tampa
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Regular scheduled meeting of the Governor and Cabinet
The State Board of Administration will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as Executive Director’s reports; approval of fiscal sufficiency of state bond issues; approval of sale of local bonds at an interest rate in excess of statutory interest rate limitation; report on investment performance; designation of banks as depositories for state funds; adoption of rules and regulations; investment of state funds pursuant to Chapter 215, F.S.; and consideration of other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 215 and 344, F.S., and Section 16 of Article IX of the Florida Constitution of 1885, as continued by subsection 9(c) of Article XII of the Florida Constitution of 1968. The Division of Bond Finance of the State Board of Administration will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which will deal with the issuance of State bonds, arbitrage compliance and related matters.
The Financial Services Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include, but not be limited to, matters relating to rulemaking for all activities concerning insurers and other risk bearing entities, including licensing, rates, policy forms, market conduct, claims, adjusters, issuance of certificates of authority, solvency, viatical settlements, premium financing, and administrative supervision, as provided under the Insurance Code or Chapter 636, F.S., and for all activities relating to the regulation of banks, credit unions, other financial institutions, finance companies, and the securities industry.
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include the administration of the Department as well as actions taken to further the Department’s mission of providing assistance to veterans and their dependents, pursuant to Section 292.05, F.S.
The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda, which may include such matters as approval of agency policies, taking agency action with regard to administrative procedure matters, and considering other matters within its authority pursuant to Florida Statutes.
The Department of Law Enforcement will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include but not be limited to such matters as transfer of agency funds or positions, formulation of Departmental Rules, administrative procedure matters, submittal of reports as required, enter into contracts as authorized and to consider other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 20, 23, 120 and 943, F.S.
The Department of Revenue will act on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include approval of rules, legislative concept proposals, contracts over $100,000, Departmental budgets, taking final action on formal and informal hearings under Chapter 120, F.S., and consideration of other matters within its authority.
The Department of Education will finalize agency action on the business of the Florida Department of Education.
The Administration Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include such matters as to create or transfer agency funds or positions, approve Career Service rules, administrative procedure matters, environmental matters arising under Chapter 380, F.S., comprehensive planning issues pursuant to Section 163.3184, F.S., determine sheriffs’ budget matters, and consider other matters within its authority pursuant to Chapters 110, 215 and 216, F.S.
The Florida Land and Water Adjudicatory Commission will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda including appeals of local government development orders in areas of critical state concern or of developments of regional impact under Section 380.07, F.S.; and review of water management matters under Chapter 373, F.S. The Commission will also review Department of Environmental Protection’s rules and orders which, prior to July 1, 1993, the Governor and Cabinet, sitting as the head of the Department of Natural Resources, had authority to issue or promulgate.
The Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund will take action on matters duly presented on its agenda which may include such matters as mineral leases or sales, state or sovereign land leases, sales, exchanges, dedications, and easements, Conservation and Recreation Lands (CARL) and other land purchases; land planning matters and other matters within its authority. Additionally, the Board will take action on matters presented by the Marine Fisheries Commission as set forth in Sections 370.025, 370.026 and 370.027, F.S., and matters pertaining to the Office of Greenways Management, the Office responsible for the management of lands which formerly fell within the Cross Florida Barge Canal project corridor.
The Department of Environmental Protection, while not a Cabinet agency, will present for consideration on its agenda those matters required by law to be reviewed by the Governor and Cabinet and those pertaining to the siting of power plants, electric and natural gas transmission lines and hazardous waste facilities; coastal zone management consistency and standards adopted by the Environmental Regulation Commission.
A copy of any of the above agendas (when applicable) may be obtained by contacting each agency.
Accommodations can be made for persons with disabilities provided several days’ notification is received. Please notify the Governor’s Cabinet Office, (850)488-5152.
The Governor and Cabinet will proceed through each agenda, item by item, in the order given above.
CABINET AIDES BRIEFING: On the Wednesday of the week prior to the above meeting, there will be a meeting of the aides to the Governor and Cabinet Members at 9:00 a.m., Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida. The purpose of this briefing is to review and gather information regarding each agenda to be considered by the Governor and Cabinet.
; September 19, 2007, 9:00 a.m.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida
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To Review Historical Marker applications.; Wednesday, October 10, 2007, 10:00 a.m. (EDT); R. A. Gray Building, Room 409, 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0250
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To conduct the general business of the Florida Arts Council.
ACTION TO BE TAKEN: To discuss, review and take action on funding recommendations for grants and any other business which may appropriately come before the Council. Note: If a quorum of members does not attend, items on the agenda for formal action will be discussed as a workshop by those present, and written minutes will be taken although no formal action will be taken. If you have questions, please call (850)245-6473.; September 19, 2007, 10:00 a.m. – Conclusion
Florida Arts Council Meeting; The access telephone number is: 1(866)212-0875, the access code is 1983085#
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To discuss general business of the Horse Park planning, construction, and operation.; September 12, 2007, 6:00 p.m.
MEETING GROUP: Florida Horse Park and Agricultural Center Authority Executive Committee; Florida Horse Park, 11008 Highway 475 South, Ocala, Florida 34476
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To hold a Slide Review Meeting regarding Florida’s Art in State Buildings Program for BR-604 Harriet L. Wilkes Building.; September 7, 2007, 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
COMMITTEE: Art Selection Committee; Florida Atlantic University, Florida’s Art in State, Buildings Program, Jupiter Campus, Building MC-02, Room AD 222, 5353 Parkside Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458
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Business Meeting.; September 12, 2007, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; University of North Florida, University Center, 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32224
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Missing Children Information Clearinghouse. A meeting, for the purpose of notice herein, is limited to a gathering for the purpose of conducting public business by members of a collegial body constituting the agency head.; Monday, September 10, 2007, 12:00 Noon; The New Capitol Building, 22nd Floor, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
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This hearing is being held to afford interested persons an opportunity to express their views concerning the location, conceptual design, social, economic, and environmental effects of Financial Project ID: 198230-1-22-08, otherwise known as the US 301/Fort Hamer Road Intersection Safety Improvement Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study. The proposed action consists of a safety improvement to the intersection of US 301 (SR 43) and Fort Hamer Road in Manatee County. The intersection improvement will require the realignment of Fort Hamer Road, which will consist of two 12-foot lanes with 10-foot shoulders (5 feet paved) and ditches on both sides of the roadway. The project limits include US 301 from Red Rooster Road to Fort Hamer Road and Fort Hamer Road from Golf Course Road to US 301.
Anyone needing project or public hearing information or special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 should write to the address given below or call Chris Piazza at (863)519-2293 at least seven days before the hearing.
; Tuesday, September 25, 2007, 7:00 p.m.; United Methodist Church, 12180 US 301 North, Parrish, Florida
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To hold a meeting of the Apalachee Regional Planning Council’s Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Guidance Committee.
The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Guidance Committee will review and take public comments on the final draft of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Apalachee Region.
; Tuesday, September 13, 2007, 10:00 a.m. (Eastern Time), 9:00 a.m. (Central Time); Calhoun County Extension Office, 20816 East Central Avenue, Blountstown, Florida
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Board Meeting. To consider District business, and conduct public hearings on regulatory and land acquisition matters. Public hearing in accordance with Section 373.59, F.S., concerning the proposed acquisition of the John J. and Katherine C. Ewel Conservation Easement, 162 acres +/- located in Alachua County, Florida, with funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund; also the proposed acquisition of the Odessa Moses/Troy Spring Addition, 104 acres +/- located in Lafayette County, Florida, with funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund; also the proposed acquisition of the Hoyt L. and Betty Jo Ragans Conservation Easement, 790 acres +/- located in Jefferson and Madison Counties, Florida, with funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund; also the proposed acquisition of the Brian Sganga/Little Shoals Addition, 1 acre +/-, located in Columbia County, Florida, with funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund; also the proposed acquisition of the Mike and Kim Jones Parcel,.56 acres +/-, located in the city of Jasper, Hamilton County, Florida, with funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund; also the proposed acquisition of the Albert Levings, Jr. Parcel, 100 acres +/-, located in Columbia County with Funds from the Florida Forever Trust Fund. Public hearing is being held to offer interested persons the opportunity to provide comments concerning the annual revision and changes to the District’s Florida Forever Work Plan.
DATE AND TIME: September 11, 2007, following the Board Meeting
PLACE: District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL
GENERAL SUBJECT MATTER TO BE CONSIDERED: First Public Hearing on FY 2007-2008 budget and proposed millage rate.
; September 11, 2007, 3:00 p.m.; District Headquarters, 9225 CR 49, Live Oak, FL
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on the Area Plan on Aging 2008; Friday, September 28, 2007, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.; The Heart of Florida United Way Dr. Nelson Ying Center, 1940 Traylor Blvd., Orlando, FL 32804
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The Council, as created by Section 110.123(13), Florida Statutes, is an advisory body to the department, created to provide health education information to employees and to assist the department in developing minimum benefits for all health care providers when providing age-based and gender-based wellness benefits.; September 28, 2007, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Vistakon, Deerwood Park Manufacturing Facility, 7500 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville, Florida 32256
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To conduct hearings pursuant to Section 121.23, Florida Statutes, and to consider other matters related to the business of the Commission.; September 10, 2007, 8:30 a.m.; Embassy Suites, 1100 S. E. 17th Street, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
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Official business of the Florida Mobile Home Relocation Corporation. Review of mobile home owner applications for compensation for relocation and/or abandonment due to change in land use, and such other business as may come before the board. A schedule for future meetings will be determined.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting Janet Garrett at 1(888)862-7010.; Friday, September 14, 2007, 9:00 a.m.; Shady Lane Oaks, 15777 Bolesta Rd. Clearwater, FL
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General business of the Appraisal Board.
All or part of this meeting may be conducted as a teleconference in order to permit maximum participation of the Board members or its counsel.
; Friday, September 7, 2007, 9:00 a.m. or the soonest thereafter; Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Division of Real Estate, Room 901, Ninth Floor, North Tower, 400 West Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida, or teleconference number 1(888)808-6959, Conference Code # 3177171
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Executive Committee; September 12, 2007, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Department of Children and Family Services, 337 North US Highway 1, Suite 335, Fort Pierce, Florida 34950
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION: Any person requiring special accommodation for this meeting because of a disability or physical impairment should contact, Pearlie Clark, ADA Coordinator, (772)467-4184, at least five days prior to the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the Agency using the Florida Dual Party Relay System 1(800)955-8770 (Voice) and 1(800)955-8771 (TDD).
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ALLIANCE MEETING; September 28, 2007, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; St. Lucie County Children’s Services Council, 546 N. W. University Blvd., Suite 201, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
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To conduct the regular business of the Navigation District, with the First Public Hearing at 5:01 p.m. on the proposed budget for FY 2007/2008.; Friday, September 7, 2007, 4:00 p.m.; Venice City Hall, 401 West Venice Avenue, Venice, Florida
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Meeting of the Boating Advisory Council.; November 6, 2007, 9:00 a.m.; Radisson Resort Orlando-Celebration, 2900 Parkway Boulevard, Kissimmee, FL 34747
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Regular Committee Business.; September 25, 2007, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Regular Committee Business.
At least 7 days before each meeting, a copy of the agenda of the meeting will be available. Agendas will be available on the home page of the Division of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services (www.fldfs.com/FuneralCemetery).
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Regular Rules Committee Business.
At least 7 days before each meeting, a copy of the agenda of the meeting will be available. Agendas will be available on the home page of the Division of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services (www.fldfs.com/FuneralCemetery).; September 25, 2007, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.; Department of Financial Services, Hartman Building, Suite 104J (Koger Center), 2012 Capital Circle, S. E., Tallahassee, FL 32301
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Department of Financial Services, Division of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services, Attn: LaTonya Bryant, 200 East Gaines Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0361, or by calling Ms. Bryant at (850)413-3039.
If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the Committee with respect to any matter considered at this meeting, the person will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose the person may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise LaTonya Bryant, (850)413-3039 at least 48 hours before the meeting. If you are hearing or speech impaired, contact LaTonya Bryant via the Florida Relay Service at 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice), for assistance.; September 25, 2007, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. PLACE: Department of Financial Services, Hartman Building, Suite 104J (Koger Center), 2012 Capital Circle, S. E., Tallahassee, FL 32301; Regular Committee Business.
At least 7 days before each meeting, a copy of the agenda of the meeting will be available. Agendas will be available on the home page of the Division of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services (www.fldfs.com/FuneralCemetery).
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Regular Board Business.
The above date relates to the next meeting of the Board of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services. The public is advised to check with Department of Financial Services staff (Ms. LaTonya Bryant at (850)413-3039), before traveling to a scheduled meeting on the date above, to ascertain whether the meeting has been cancelled. Notice of such cancellations will be posted on the home page of the Division of Funeral, Cemetery and Consumer Services, which is on the website of the Department of Financial Services (www.fldfs.com), as soon as known.
; October 10, 2007, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; The Capitol, Senate Office Building, Room 401, Tallahassee, FL
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Florida Patient Safety Corporation Nominating Committee.; Wednesday, September 5, 2007, 12:00 Noon (EST); CALL IN INSTRUCTIONS: Step 1: Dial the Conference Access Number: 1(866)200-9760, Step 2: Enter the PIN Code: 8938936#
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Volunteer Florida, The Governor’s Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service; Friday, September 7, 2007, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Please contact Kristin Mullikin at (850)414-0092 for conference call in information. Please note that the date and time is subject to change.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate, Voice/TTY, please advise 72 hours in advance with your request.
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Volunteer Florida, the Governor’s Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service; Monday, September 17, 2007, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Kristin Mullikin at (850)414-0092 for conference call in information. Please note that the date and time is subject to change.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate, Voice/TTY, please advise 72 hours in advance with your request.
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Review proposed changes in the FAJUA Underwriting Manual for recommendation to the Board of Governors.; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, TBA;
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Agenda topics for the meeting include Approval of Minutes, Board Appointment Process; Election of Vice Chair and Officers; Plan of Operation, to include a proposed Constitution and the Seventh Amended Bylaws; Legal Services – In House vs. Outside; Selection/Appointment of Financial Auditor; Audit Committee Charter Checklist; Code of Business Conduct and Ethics; Statement of Policy Regarding Potential Conflicts of Interest; Procurement Procedures; Updates on June 30, 2007 Audit and Federal Tax Exemption Filing; 1/1/2007 Rate Indication; Optional Payroll Service with Premium Withholding Program; Combination of Legal Entities, Locations and Operations; 2008 Business Plan and Forecast Preliminary Outline; Disaster Recovery and Emergency Preparedness Plan; Document Management System and Document Retention Policy; 2007 Reinsurance Program Goals and Market Strategy; MAP Annual Review; Investment Strategy; Report on Operations; and Financial Report.; September 11, 2007, 8:30 a.m.; FWCJUA Office, 6003 Honore Avenue, Suite 204, Sarasota, FL 34238 (Please enter through Suite 203)
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Review and certification of 07-08 Budgets, Clerk Cost Study Report, and other related issues.; Tuesday, September 11, 2007, 1:00 p.m.; Beach Room, Sheraton Sand Key, Clearwater, FL
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Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. Board Meetings.
Please note that if a person decides to appeal any decision made by AAAPP Board with respect to any matter considered at the above cited meeting or hearing, they will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is based.; Monday, September 17, 2007, 9:30 a.m.; Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc., Life Care Center of New Port Richey, 7400 Trouble Creek Road, New Port Richey, FL 33702 (Please call to confirm date, time and location)
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Items of discussion include, but are not limited to, Investment Reports and other New Business. For additional information, please call Jill Booker at 1(800)807-7647, extension 8287.
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, people with disabilities or physical impairments who require assistance to participate in this meeting are requested to contact Jill Booker at least five days prior to the meeting.
; Wednesday, September 19, 2007, 4:30 p.m. (EDT); Double Tree Hotel, Tallahassee, FL
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Committee Meetings
Attention: Please deliver this to the primary contact for Sunshine State One-Call of Florida and/or someone who plays an active role in underground facility damage prevention. Persons requiring some accommodation at this meeting because of a physical impairment should call the One-Call Notification Center, (386)575-2000 at least five calendar days prior to the activity. Any person who is hearing or speech impaired should contact the one-call notification center through the Florida Relay Center at 1(800)955-8771.; September 20, 2007
8:00 a.m. Operations Committee – Jake Swaninger
Call Center Statistics
Attrition Report
Review Positive Response Codes
Review Long Range Goals and Open Discussion
10:00 a.m. Break
10:15 a.m. Damage Prevention Committee – Lynn Irvin
Noncompliance Statistics
Customer Satisfaction Survey Results
Agreement with Pro Angler Captain Jason Keating
IRTH Awareness System Update
Florida Virtual Private DIRT Update
Review Long Range Goals and Open Discussion
12:00 Noon Lunch – provided at call center for meeting participants and SSOCOF employees
1:00 p.m. Finance Committee – Harold Concepcion
FY 2006/07 Audit Report McDermitt Davis
FY 2007/08 Financial Reports
Delinquent Accounts Report
Contracts Approved Report
Verizon 811 Bill Dispute
Review Long Range Goals and Open Discussion
2:30 p.m. Break
2:45 p.m. Legislative Ad Hoc Committee – Patrick Foster
Agreement with Lobbyist Michael Moore
Review Potential Amendments to Chapter 556
4:00 p.m. Enforcement Ad Hoc Committee – Lorenzo Jones
5:00 p.m. Adjourn
Note: All committees should be prepared to commence if the previous committee finishes before allotted time. If a committee needs additional time, that time will be allotted after the last scheduled committee has met.
Board Meeting
DATE AND TIMES: September 21, 2007
8:00 a.m. Secretary’s Report – Lorenzo Jones
8:15 a.m. Consent Agenda – Ed Misicka
8:45 a.m. Executive Director’s Report – Mark Sweet, Executive Director
9:00 a.m. Trip Reports
9:15 a.m. Legal Report – Dave Erwin, General Counsel
9:45 a.m. Break
10:00 a.m. Committee Reports
Operations Committee – Jake Swaninger
Damage Prevention Committee – Lynn Irvin
Finance Committee – Harold Concepcion
Legislative Ad Hoc Committee – Patrick Foster
Enforcement Ad Hoc Committee – Lorenzo Jones
12:00 Noon Lunch – provided at call center for meeting participants and SSOCOF employees
1:00 p.m. Resume Committee Reports
2:45 p.m. 2008 Strategic Planning Meetings Location Discussion
3:00 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. Open Discussion
4:00 p.m. Problem Resolution
5:00 p.m. Adjourn; SSOCOF Call Center, 11 Plantation Road, DeBary, FL 32713
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Review and discussion of proposed revision of by-laws for the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services, Inc.; Monday, September 24, 2007, 1:30 p.m.; Conference Call Number: 1(888)808-6959, Passcode 9224324
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Board of Pharmacy; ;
- Notices of Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Declaratory Stat (5)
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Island Towers Association, Inc. Docket No. 2007037198; The Division has issued an Order Denying the Petition for Declaratory Statement because the disputed vote in the petition has already occurred. Furthermore, this matter is a dispute over the interpretation of the declaration rather than the application of an agency statute, rule or order.
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Oaklee Grove Condominium Association, Inc. Docket No. 2007034149; The Division has issued an Order Denying the Petition for Declaratory Statement because Oaklee Grove did not seek a declaratory statement on a specific statutory provision, agency rule or agency order.
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The Sanctuary at Blue Heron Association. Docket No. 2007034667; The Division has issued an Order Denying the Petition for Declaratory Statement because a second review of a previously issued declaratory statement on a specific issue is not permissible.
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Charles M. Allen.; The petition seeks the Board’s interpretation of Section 473.321, Florida Statutes, and how the Board defines the term “fictitious name” and whether the Petitioner’s accounting firm lawfully may be allowed to change its current name.
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Brian Matejcek; The Construction Industry Licensing Board hereby gives notice that on July 17, 2007, it received a Petition for Declaratory Statement filed by Brian Matejcek, Project Manager of the Utilities Construction Division in Orlando, Florida. The petition seeks the Board=s interpretation of certain definitions in Sections 489.105, 489.113, Florida Statutes and Rule 61G4-12.011(4), F.A.C., specifically with respect to the scope of activities that a licensed General Contractor may perform, particularly in the areas of municipal storm control systems and water and sewage treatment systems.
- Miscellaneous (18)
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Department of Environmental Protection, Office of the Secretary
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Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
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Agency for Health Care Administration, Certificate of Need
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Department of Transportation, Departmental
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Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
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Emergency Care
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, Division of Motor Vehicles
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of Community Affairs, Division of Community Planning
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Department of State, Division of Historical Resources
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Department of Environmental Protection, Departmental
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Department of Financial Services, Division of Rehabilitation and Liquidation
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Department of Financial Services, FSC - Financial Institution Regulation