1. Notices of Development of Proposed Rules and Negotiated Rulemaking
- Department of Revenue
- Sales and Use Tax
- Departmental
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-10.008, F.A.C. (Administration), is to repeal the form currently used to continue participation in the state revenue sharing. The Department of Revenue is no longer requiring the State Revenue Sharing Application, form DR-700218, to be submitted annually. The Department of Revenue determined that each local government already certifies the requirements of Section 200.065, F.S., to the Department’s Property Tax Oversight Program. Eliminating the application will reduce any duplication of information provided by the local governments, which will save time and financial resources.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-13.009, F.A.C. (Closing Agreements), is to remove the requirement that two witnesses are required to sign closing agreements. Witnesses are not statutorily required for these documents, and removing the requirement simplifies the process of entering into closing agreements for taxpayers.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-16.003, F.A.C. (Form of Consent Agreements), is to adopt, by reference, updates to the Consent to Extend the Time to Issue an Assessment or File a Claim for Refund, form DR-872. These updates bring the form and rule into compliance with current administrative procedures and allow the form to be accessed electronically through the Department of State’s website.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12-22.007, F.A.C. (Registration Information Sharing and Exchange Program), is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms currently used to administer registration information sharing and exchange program.
- Sales and Use Tax
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12A-1.007 (Aircraft, Boats, Mobile Homes, and Motor Vehicles) and 12A-1.041 (Photographers and Photo Finishers; Sales by Public Officials of Public Records), F.A.C., is to remove cross-references to obsolete forms which are being repealed in this package.
The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12A-1.038 (Consumer’s Certificate of Exemption; Exemption Certificates) and 12A-1.039 (Sales for Resale), F.A.C., is to remove duplicative provisions; to make technical changes regarding the use of electronic verification methods; and to clarify the information contained on, and documentation requirements for use of, Annual Resale Certificates.
The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rules 12A-1.085 (Exemption for Qualified Production Companies) and 12A-1.0911 (Self-Accrual Authorization; Direct Remittance on Behalf of Independent Distributors), F.A.C. is to add information regarding the use of new electronic verification methods for exemption certificates and direct-pay permits.
The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.097, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, technical and administrative changes to forms currently used to administer sales and use tax, and to repeal forms which are now obsolete. Changes to forms bring the forms into compliance with current administrative procedures, update contact information for the Department, and allow the forms to be accessed electronically through the Department of State’s website. Repealed forms are no longer used due to changes in law or practice and are being repealed due to their obsolescence.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-19.100, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms used to report the Florida communications services tax. Changes to forms DR-700016 and DR-700019 include reduced tax rates pursuant to a statutory change made by Chapter 2015-221, L.O.F. Changes to forms DR-700030 and DR-700032 include administrative updates to allow the form to be accessed electronically through the Department of State’s website. Adoption of DR-700033 is to provide a mechanism by which taxpayers may elect to report communications services using the alternative-period basis method created by Chapter 2015-221, L.O.F.
- Miscellaneous Tax
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-4.003, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to three forms used to administer documentary stamp tax.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-5.150, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), are to adopt, by reference, changes to three forms used by the Department in the administration of taxes imposed on fuels and pollutants. These changes bring the forms into compliance with current administrative procedures and allow the forms to be accessed electronically through the Department of State’s website.
The proposed changes to Rule 12B-5.300, F.A.C. (Aviation Fuel Licensees), are needed to incorporate a new aviation fuel exemption created by Chapter 2015-221, Laws of Florida, for certain schools providing flight training.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-6.005, F.A.C. (Payment of Tax; Reports; Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to the Gross Receipts Tax Return, form DR-133.
The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-6.0051, F.A.C. (Public Service Tax Reporting Form), is to adopt, by reference, changes to the Municipal Public Service Tax Database Report, form DR-700001, used in the administration of gross receipts tax.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-7.031, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms used to administer the Miami-Dade County Lake Belt mitigation fee and water treatment plant upgrade fee.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12B-8.003, F.A.C. (Tax Statement; Overpayments), is to adopt, by reference, changes to five forms used in the administration of the insurance premium taxes, fees, and surcharges.
- Corporate, Estate and Intangible Tax
- Section 15 of Chapter 2011-76, Laws of Florida (L.O.F.), created a new tax credit for spaceflight projects to become effective October 1, 2015. The purpose of new rule 12C-1.0194, F.A.C. (Corporate Income Tax Credit for Spaceflight Projects), is to provide guidance to taxpayers on how they can apply for, transfer, and use the credit once it becomes effective.
Section 21 of Chapter 2015-221, Laws of Florida, amended Section 220.196, F.S., relating to the research and development tax credit. The statutory amendments changed the types of businesses that may qualify for the credit; increased the total amount of credits that may be awarded in 2016; changed the period during which applications for the credit may be submitted; and changed the method by which credits may be awarded to qualifying businesses. The purpose of the proposed amendment to Rule 12C-1.0196, F.A.C. (Research and Development Tax Credit), is to bring the rule into compliance with the statutory changes.
The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12C-1.051, F.A.C. (Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms used by the Department in the administration of the corporate income tax.
- The purpose of the proposed amendments to Rule 12C-2.0115, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), is to adopt, by reference, changes to forms currently used to administer intangible personal property tax due on governmental leaseholds.
- Property Tax Oversight Program
- Division of Child Support Enforcement
- Commission on Ethics
- Departmental
- The rule is being amended to update three forms which are incorporated by reference in the rule. CE Form 2 is being amended to update a statutory reference. CE Form 10 is being amended to delete a named agency position pursuant to a statutory change. CE Form 30 is being amended to add a category of filers pursuant to a statutory change.
- The purpose of the proposed new rules is to update information pertaining to the classification system used by individuals registering to lobby the executive branch, to update and readopt the registration renewal form adopted by reference in Chapter 34-12, F.A.C., and to update the language describing the firm compensation reports.
- The purpose of the proposed new rules is to update and refine language pertaining to the process governing advisory opinions regarding how Part III, Chapter 112, F.S., or Art. II, Sec. 8, Fla. Const., applies to a public officer, candidate for public office, or public employee.
- The proposed new rule clarifies the jurisdictional authority of the Florida Commission on Ethics.
- Department of Management Services
- Division of Retirement - Optional Retirement Program
- To incorporate by reference these three new forms: State University System Optional Retirement Program Application for Refund of Voluntary Employee Contributions Only form, State University System Optional Retirement Program Application for Retirement and Retirement Distribution form, and State University System Optional Retirement Program Application for Required Minimum Distribution Authorization form. To update the Optional Retirement Program Participation section under rule 60U-1, F.A.C., by creating definitions for the terms “FRS,” “employer,” “mandatory participant,” “participant,” “provider company,” SUSORP,” and “SUSORP election window.”, update contact information, create sections on program administration, employer and employee contributions, reemployment provisions and renewed membership, and forfeiture of benefits.
- Division of Retirement
2. Proposed Rules
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Department of Children and Families
- Family Safety and Preservation Program
- Department of Financial Services
- Division of State Fire Marshal
- Department of Health
- Division of Medical Quality Assurance
3. Notices of Changes, Corrections and Withdrawals
- Department of Financial Services
- Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
4. Petitions and Dispositions Regarding Rule Variance or Waiver
- Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Division of Hotels and Restaurants
- On September 18, 2015, the Division issued an order regarding the Petition for an Emergency Variance from St. Johns River Power Park #2 Boiler, license number 36687, filed March 2, 2015. The Notice of Petition for an Emergency Variance was advertised on March 4, 2015, in Vol. 41, No. 43, of the Florida Administrative Register. A Final Order granting the Petition for an Emergency Variance was issued on March 12, 2015, and advertised on March 13, 2015 in Vol. 41, No. 50, of the Florida Administrative Register. The Final Order on the Petition for Variance grants the Petitioner a variance from Rule 2.27.3.2.1 ASME A17.1b, 2009 edition, as adopted by paragraph 61C-5.001(1)(a), F.A.C., from providing phase I emergency recall operation by fire alarm initiating devices (VW2015-054).
The Division’s order, filed September 18, 2015, vacates the Final Order granting the Petition for an Emergency Variance due to the Petition for an Emergency Variance requesting the variance for the incorrect elevator.
5. Notices of Meetings, Workshops and Public Hearings
- Other Agencies and Organizations
- HDR, Inc.
- You are invited to attend and participate in the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), District Seven, public hearing for a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) study of I-275 (SR 93) from south of 54th Avenue South to north of 4th Street North in Pinellas County, Florida. This public hearing is being held to allow interested persons the opportunity to provide comments concerning the location, conceptual design, and social, economic, and environmental effects of the proposed improvements. The 16.3-mile study evaluates the need for operational improvements and congestion management for the corridor.
The public hearing will be:
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: First Baptist Church – Heritage Hall
1900 Gandy Boulevard N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
Department representatives will be available at the public hearing beginning at 5:30 p.m. to answer questions and discuss the project informally. Draft project documents and other project related materials will be displayed and a PowerPoint presentation will run continuously during the open house. At 6:30 p.m., FDOT representatives will begin the formal portion of the hearing, which will provide an opportunity for attendees to make formal oral public comments. Following the formal portion of the hearing, the informal open house will resume and continue until 7:30 p.m. A court reporter will be available to receive comments in a one-on-one setting. Written comments can be submitted at the hearing, mailed to the FDOT, or emailed to sara.hall@dot.state.fl.us or kirk.bogen@dot.state.fl.us. All comments must be postmarked or emailed by Friday, October 9, 2015.
Draft project documents will be available for public review from September 8, 2015 to October 9, 2015, at the following locations and on the project website, http://active.fdotd7studies.com/i275/54th-to-4th/.
FDOT - District 7
11201 N. McKinley Dr.
Tampa, FL 33612-6454
(800) 226-7220
St. Petersburg Public Library - North Branch
861 70th Ave. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 893-7214
St. Petersburg Public Library - South Branch
2300 Roy Hanna Dr. S.
St. Petersburg, FL 33712
(727) 893-7244
; Tuesday, September 29, 2015, open house: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; formal presentation: 6:30 p.m.; First Baptist Church Heritage Hall, 1900 Gandy Boulevard N., St. Petersburg, FL.
- First Baptist Church Heritage Hall, 1900 Gandy Boulevard N., St. Petersburg, FL.
- Department of Transportation
- Departmental
- This meeting is being held to afford interested persons the opportunity to express their views concerning the location, conceptual design, social, economic and environmental effects of the SR A1A Timucuan Trail projects. You are invited to attend a Public Information Meeting to discuss the proposed improvements to the Ft. George Island area. This meeting will be an “Open House” format to allow visitors to drop by anytime from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to talk with Department staff, ask questions and submit written comments. At 6:30 p.m., the Department will open the meeting for public comments. At this meeting, the Department will present the recommended improvements related to the SR A1A Timucuan Trail in Jacksonville, Florida. The Department will present displays for nine (9) projects which include: 1) FM # 434028-1 Timucuan Trail from Ft. George Trailhead to Huguenot Park; 2) FM # 408494-3 Timucuan Trail – Ft. George Island Trailhead; 3) FM # 408494-5 Batten Island Wetland Restoration; 4) FM # 434014-1 Timucuan Trail (SR A1A) from Shad Creek Bridge to Ft. George Trailhead; 5) FM #433164-1 SR A1A (Heckscher Dr.) from Huguenot Park to Ft. George River Bridge; 6) FM # 433164-2 SR A1A Timucuan Trail from Ft. George River to Little Talbot Island; 7) FM # 434042-1 SR 105 (Heckscher Dr) at Myrtle Creek Bridge; 8) FM # 434041-1; SR 105 (Heckscher Dr) at Simpson Creek Bridge; 9) FM # 435619-1 Timucuan Trail (A1A) from Big Talbot Island to Little Talbot Island. Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability or family status.; September 29, 2015, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Ribault Club, 11241 Fort George Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226
- Ribault Club, 11241 Fort George Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226
- Water Management Districts
- South Florida Water Management District
- A Public Meeting of the Water Resources Advisory Commission (WRAC) regarding water resources protection, water supply and flood protection issues. The public is advised that it is possible that one or more members of the Governing Board of the South Florida Water Management District may attend and participate in this meeting.; Thursday, October 1, 2015, 9:00 AM
Water Resource Advisory Commission Meeting; District Headquarters, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
- District Headquarters, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
- Executive Office of the Governor
- Division of Emergency Management
- In accordance with the timeframe set forth in section 120.525, Florida Statutes, a Public Opening is hereby noticed within the timeline for the Request for Proposal (RFP-DEM-15-16-037) for Florida Statewide Emergency Alert and Notification System
The Division reserves the right to issue amendments, addenda, and changes to the timeline and specifically to the meeting notice listed above. The Division will post notice of any changes or additional meetings within the Vendor Bid System (VBS) in accordance with section 287.042(3), Florida Statutes, and will not re-advertise notice in the Florida Administrative Review (FAR). Access the VBS at: http://vbs.dms.state.fl.us/vbs/main_menu.
; September 30, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.; William E. Sadowski Office Building
2555 Shumard Oak Blvd,
Room 120L
Tallahassee, FL 32399
- William E. Sadowski Office Building
2555 Shumard Oak Blvd,
Room 120L
Tallahassee, FL 32399
- Navigation Districts
- Florida Inland Navigation District
- Regular business of the Board of Commissioners of the Florida Inland Navigation District.; all meetings start at 8:00 a.m. at the dates and location listed below; Friday, October 16, 2015 in Broward County
Saturday, November 14, 2015 in Martin County
Friday, December 11, 2015 in Volusia County
Friday, January 15, 2016 in St. Johns County
Saturday, February 20, 2016 in St. Lucie County
Friday, March 18, 2016 in Duval County
Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Flagler County
Friday, May 20, 2016 in Miami-Dade County
Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18, 2016 in Brevard County
Friday, July 22, 2016 in Nassau County
Saturday, August 20, 2016 in Indian River County
Friday, September 9, 2016 in Palm Beach County
- Friday, October 16, 2015 in Broward County
Saturday, November 14, 2015 in Martin County
Friday, December 11, 2015 in Volusia County
Friday, January 15, 2016 in St. Johns County
Saturday, February 20, 2016 in St. Lucie County
Friday, March 18, 2016 in Duval County
Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Flagler County
Friday, May 20, 2016 in Miami-Dade County
Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18, 2016 in Brevard County
Friday, July 22, 2016 in Nassau County
Saturday, August 20, 2016 in Indian River County
Friday, September 9, 2016 in Palm Beach County
- Department of Financial Services
- Securities
- This is the Final Public Hearing on the adoption of a proposed repeal of this rule, originally published on July 14, 2015, Vol. 41, No. 135, Florida Administrative Register.; October 27, 2015, 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Department of Transportation
- Departmental
- Financial Management No. 432437-1-52-01
Project Description: South Washington Avenue (US 1/State Road (SR) 5) - Maintenance and Safety Improvements, Brevard County, Florida
This project provides maintenance and safety improvements to S. Washington Ave. (US 1/SR 5). It extends from North of Golden Knights Blvd. to South of Cheney Highway (SR 50). In addition to resurfacing of the existing pavement, this project includes widening of turn lanes, removal of a portion of a ramp acceleration lane, replacement of a concrete turn lane, bicycle accommodations, and drainage improvements.
; Tuesday September 29th, 2015
4:30PM to 6:30PM; New Life Christian Fellowship
6755 South Washington Ave.
Titusville, FL 32780
- New Life Christian Fellowship
6755 South Washington Ave.
Titusville, FL 32780
- Department of Financial Services
- Securities
- This is the Final Public Hearing on the proposed repeal of these rules, originally published on July 14, 2015, Vol. 41, No. 135, Florida Administrative Register.; October 27, 2015, 9:00 a.m., during a regular meeting of the Financial Services Commission.; Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Cabinet Meeting Room, Lower Level, The Capitol, Tallahassee, Florida.
- Other Agencies and Organizations
- Area Agency on Aging of Central Florida, Inc. dba Senior Resource Alliance
- This is a public hearing to provide an opportunity for input on the Direct Service Waiver Application for the Senior Resource Alliance to provide the following evidence-based direct services: A Matter of Balance;™ Chronic Disease Self-Management Education;™ Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance;™ Enhance Wellness;™ and, PEARLS.™ Service descriptions may be found on the Department of Elder Affairs website: http://elderaffairs.state.fl.us. Recommendations will be incorporated into the Area Plan on Aging update for 2016.
For more information or a copy of the agenda, call: (407)514-1800.
; Friday, September 25, 2015, 12:00 p.m.; SRA Conference Room, 988 Woodcock Rd., Suite 200
Orlando, FL 32803
- SRA Conference Room, 988 Woodcock Rd., Suite 200
Orlando, FL 32803
- Department of Health
- Division of Environmental Health
- Executive Office of the Governor
- Other Agencies and Organizations
- Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
- Department of Management Services
- Division of Purchasing
- In accordance with section 120.525, Florida Statutes, a bid opening is hereby noticed for the following Invitation To Bid (ITB) Number: 01-25100000-C for Motor Vehicles. The Department reserves the right to issue amendments, addenda, and changes to the timeline and specifically to the meeting notice listed above. The Department will post notice of any changes or additional meetings within the Vendor Bid System (VBS) in accordance with section 287.042(3), Florida Statutes, and need not re-advertise notice in the Florida Administrative Register. Access the VBS at: http://vbs.dms.state.fl.us/vbs/main_menu
; Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 1:00 PM EST; 4050 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 360K, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0950 Conference Call Number: 888-670-3525; Participation Code: 9768705896#
- 4050 Esplanade Way, Conference Room 360K, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0950 Conference Call Number: 888-670-3525; Participation Code: 9768705896#
- Other Agencies and Organizations
6. Notices Regarding Bids, Proposals and Purchasing
- Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
- Division of Administration
- Florida Housing Finance Corporation
7. Miscellaneous
- Department of Economic Opportunity
- Division of Community Development
- Agency for Health Care Administration