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• EVERYONE LOOKS AT FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE.
• WE DO GREAT WORK FOR THE PEOPLE OF FLORIDA.
• BOAT MANUFACTURING, BOAT BUSINESS OF FLORIDA IS A BIG BUSINESS.
• OFFICE AND IT WAS A GREAT DEAL FOR FLORIDA.
• YOU CAN WORK ON THE FLORIDA CHANNEL.

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• Chadwick Leonard, 1000 Friends of Florida, waives in support.
• David Cruz, Florida League of Cities, waives in support.
• And Florida is an incredible state to live in.
• The next step is going to be rulemaking through the DEP.
• Florida currently holds 310 million dollars in these bonds.

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• Gossett Seidman: There have been a series of incidents in southeastern Florida specifically.
• Gossett Seidman: strongly supporting this and the DEP has looked at it and approved it.
• Cross: You know, updating the Florida stormwater rule a couple years ago.
• Chair: We have Brendon Burke waiving in support from Florida Home Builders.
• Chair: We have Chris Lines of Florida Association of Mitigation waiving in support.

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• In partnership with the South Florida Water Management District and the Florida Forest Service, FWC has
• Florida, it’s important to our communities.
• In addition to a robust water quality monitoring network in partnership with Florida DEP, every day you
• In addition to a robust water quality monitoring network with partnership in Florida DEP, every day,
• Down to Florida Bay, where it’s wanted.

Summary: The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources met to hear presentations on Lake Okeechobee from the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the South Florida Water Management District, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. FWC described the lake as a major recreation, water supply, and habitat resource, and outlined its habitat management plan, including control of invasive plants, prescribed fire, and restoration of native vegetation. The agency said low water levels have helped submerged aquatic vegetation recover, with gains in 2025 exceeding 24,000 acres and meeting its target, while torpedo grass and floating invasive plants remain active management priorities. Senators asked about bass fishing trends and blue-green algae; FWC said water levels are the main driver of fishery health and that it was not seeing current water-quality impacts on bass, though algal blooms can affect habitat and wildlife. The South Florida Water Management District focused on nutrient pollution, lake ecology, and restoration projects across the watershed. Director Drew Bartlett said the district’s work is aimed at reducing harmful discharges, improving water quality, and moving more water south to the Everglades through storage and treatment projects, including the EAA Reservoir, C-43 and C-44 reservoirs, aquifer storage and recovery, and wetland treatment areas. He said the state and federal governments have invested about $9 billion in restoration, roughly split 50-50, and that the EAA Reservoir is now targeted for completion in 2029. He also said Lake Okeechobee BMAP participation is around 92% and that recent data show phosphorus and nitrogen loading declines, though the lake remains impaired and eutrophic. An industry witness from Associated Industries of Florida said the BMAP and agricultural best management practices are producing measurable improvements and urged continued funding for water storage and treatment. The Army Corps of Engineers then explained LOSOM and Lake Recovery operations, saying the new operating approach balances flood control, water supply, navigation, ecology, and estuary protection. Colonel Brandon Bowman said Lake Recovery was implemented in late 2024 to bring the lake below 12 feet long enough to help submerged vegetation rebound, and reported that the lake met both recovery metrics, with water levels low enough to support a major increase in SAV from about 4,000 acres to 28,000 acres in 2025. He also noted benefits such as improved water clarity and more Okeechobee gourd plants, but acknowledged drawbacks including reduced navigation and some impacts to wading birds and snail kites. Senators pressed the Corps on the C-44 reservoir’s sloughing issue; Bowman said repairs are underway, the problem is geological rather than a safety failure, and the Corps expects to award a contract by 2027 and complete work by 2030. The committee did not take any substantive vote on the presentations and adjourned after Senator Smith moved to do so.

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• Jeff Scala, Florida Association of Counties.
• My name is Lady Amador with Florida Student Power.
• My name is Mandy and I'm with Voices of Florida.
• of Florida opposes this bill.
• Association of Florida, waving, speaking against.

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills and tax-related measures. It reported favorably SB 20, providing $400,000 in relief to J.N., a minor injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk, and SB 14, providing $1.7 million to the estate of Pineal Januier after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. It also approved SB 674, which would let property appraisers, like tax collectors, budget for hiring and retention bonuses with Department of Revenue approval. In each claims bill, the sponsor described the underlying incident, the settlement amount, and the remaining payment sought under sovereign immunity limits; there was no opposition on the claims bills. The bonus bill drew support from property appraisers who said it would help them compete for specialized staff without requiring new appropriations. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, which would create a new homestead-like property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead property for more than six months as residential rental housing. Supporters said it was intended to encourage more affordable rental housing by extending a $50,000 exemption and Save Our Homes-style assessment cap to qualifying properties. County and city representatives, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, reduced public safety funding, and tax shifts to other property owners and businesses. Several senators also raised concerns about density, parking, and whether landlords would actually pass savings on to renters. Despite the opposition, both the constitutional amendment and the implementing bill were reported favorably. The committee also approved CS for CS SB 268, as amended to include congressional members, creating a public-records exemption related to certain residential information for elected officials. The First Amendment Foundation opposed it, arguing the bill lacked a sufficient public purpose and could hinder transparency, while senators supporting it cited real threats and harassment against themselves and their families. SB 100, which bans government display of flags representing political viewpoints and allows active or retired military members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag, also passed after extensive debate. Opponents argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride and other identity-related flags; supporters said government buildings should not display political messages and that the bill protects neutrality. Finally, the committee approved CS/SB 1664, which would require voter reapproval every eight years for local discretionary taxes such as tourist development taxes and local option taxes, with exceptions for pledged bond revenues. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the restaurant/lodging industry opposed it, saying it would create uncertainty, threaten tourism and infrastructure funding, and complicate long-term planning; Senator Sharief and others said the measure would disrupt existing surtax-backed projects and revenue streams.

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• Amelia Spanek, Florida for All waives in opposition. Chair Botana: All right.
• We have Florida Cattlemen's Association, proponent. Thank you, sir.
• Travis Mar, Florida Springs Council, is an opponent. You are recognized.
• Chair Botana: David Reddick, Resilience Florida waives in support.
• Next we have Peter from Florida Association of Counties waives in support.

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• Jeff Scala, Florida Association of Counties.
• Equality Florida opposes it.
• My name is Mandy, and I'm with Voices of Florida.
• of Florida opposes this bill.
• of Florida, waving, speaking against.

Summary: The committee took up several claims bills first and reported both favorably without debate. SB 20, relating to relief of J.N., a minor, would pay the remaining $400,000 of a $600,000 settlement after an 11-year-old was injured on a Hillsborough County sidewalk with a known defect; SB 14, relating to the estate of Pineal Januier, would authorize payment of the remaining $1.7 million of a $2 million settlement after a drowning at a Miami Beach youth center pool. Both bills were supported by the sponsors and the Senate Special Master’s favorable recommendations, and both passed on roll call votes. The committee then considered SJR 1510 and its implementing bill, SB 1512, both by Senator Avila, which would create a new property tax benefit for owners who lease a non-homestead residential property for more than six months in order to encourage more affordable rental housing. Local governments, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties opposed the proposal, warning of major revenue losses, impacts on public safety and services, and uncertainty for local budgets; several senators also questioned whether landlords would pass savings on to renters and whether the measure would worsen density and parking issues. Despite the opposition, both measures were reported favorably after the sponsor said the bills would be refined and revised. SB 674, by Senator Wright, was reported favorably with support from property appraisers who said it would let them budget and pay hiring or retention bonuses, similar to authority already given to tax collectors, to help compete for specialized staff. CS for CS SB 268, by Senator Jones, also passed after an amendment adding congressional members; the bill would create a public-records exemption for certain home-address information for elected officials, and debate centered on balancing transparency with safety after members described death threats and harassment. The committee then approved SB 100, by Senator Fine, which would bar government buildings from displaying flags representing political viewpoints and allow active or retired military or National Guard members to use reasonable force to stop desecration of the U.S. flag; the bill drew extensive opposition from transparency, civil rights, and LGBTQ advocates who argued it was vague, unconstitutional, and aimed at pride flags, while supporters said government should not endorse political messages. Finally, CS for SB 1664, by Senator Trumbull, was reported favorably after a strike-all amendment. The bill would require voter reapproval every eight years for certain local discretionary taxes, including tourist development taxes and some local option taxes, unless pledged to revenue bonds. Cities, counties, tourism groups, and the lodging industry opposed it, saying the measure would create uncertainty, threaten tourism marketing and beach restoration funding, and make long-term infrastructure and debt planning difficult. Senator Trumbull argued the proposal simply gives voters a recurring chance to decide whether they still support the taxes and the projects they fund.

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• It increases consumer awareness of products made in Florida, boosts market exposure for Florida-made
• Paul Mintz with Florida Makes, waving in support.
• Kevin Carr, Florida Makes, waves in support. Michael Allen, Florida Makes, waves in support.
• Florida is becoming too expensive for too many Floridians.
• The Florida Keys are in the House. You are right. Oh, hello. The Florida Keys are in the House.

Summary: The Housing, Agriculture, and Tourism Subcommittee heard five bills and reported all of them favorably. House Bill 827, by Rep. Anderson, would require online real estate listings to disclose estimated ad valorem taxes based on the listing price rather than the seller’s current taxes, to reduce surprise tax increases for homebuyers. The bill drew support from the Property Appraisers Association of Florida, the Florida League of Cities, and the Florida Association of Counties, and passed unanimously after a technical amendment. House Bill 483, by Rep. Cobb, aimed to support Florida’s manufacturing sector by formally recognizing the chief manufacturing officer, creating a workforce development grant program, launching a voluntary promotional campaign for Florida-made products and manufacturing careers, and requiring biennial reporting. The bill received broad support from manufacturing, economic development, and business groups, was amended with technical cleanup language, and passed unanimously. House Bill 675, by Leader Driscoll, sought to expand affordable housing efforts by limiting Live Local Act incentives to affordable housing, extending affordability periods from 30 to 50 years, lowering the income cap for eligible units, and eliminating documentary stamp taxes for certain first-time homebuyers. After two amendments and supportive testimony from United Way Suncoast, the bill passed on a party-line style roll call with all members voting yes or excused. House Bill 495, by Rep. Albert, transferred golf course best management practices certification from the Department of Environmental Protection to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services without changing the underlying BMP requirements. After an amendment clarified that all BMPs remain in place, the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association testified in support, and the bill passed unanimously. House Bill 1497, by Rep. Hunschofsky, revised the My Safe Florida Condominium Pilot Program by narrowing eligibility to lower-income associations, removing a coastal-only requirement, and tying grants to completion of opening protection for all common elements; two amendments further refined eligibility and grandfathered pending applications. The Community Associations Institute supported the measure, and it also passed unanimously. The committee ended with remarks about the prior night’s softball game and then adjourned.

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• JERRY NEWMAN FLORIDA HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION.
• AND EQUALITY FLORIDA OPPOSES SB 1288.
• AND ACLU OF FLORIDA OPPOSES THIS BILL.
• ACCORDING TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH APPROXIMATELY 76,000 STUDENTS IN FLORIDA HAVE THESE TYPES
• THIS IS A RULES COMMITTEE OF THE FLORIDA SENATE.

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• And for purposes of Florida law, SB 16...
• My name is John Harris-Mauer on behalf of Equality Florida, and Equality Florida opposes SB 1288.
• Florida opposes this bill.
• Florida opposes this bill.
• Florida PTA waves in support.

Summary: The committee first took up CS/SB 1606 on patient access to records. The sponsor explained that the bill, as amended, would align Florida law more closely with HIPAA by defining “designated record set,” requiring providers to furnish requested records within set timeframes, allowing a limited extension with notice, and requiring records to be produced in the requested form if readily producible. Several members asked about patient portals, legal representatives, and whether the bill affected meaningful-use rules or post-mortem access. Multiple witnesses opposed the bill, arguing it could create cybersecurity risks, conflict with existing privacy rules, and burden providers; supporters said it would improve patient access and consistency. The committee adopted the amendment and then reported the bill favorably. The committee then considered CS/SB 712 on construction regulations. The bill would direct DEP to establish rules for synthetic turf and limit local governments from banning it if state rules are followed, while also addressing change orders, public works bidding, elevator rails, alarm contractor work, building code updates, spaceport exemptions, permit document limits, and single-trade inspections. Amendments removed the pool and spa contractor provisions and the tall mass timber language. Testimony on the bill centered heavily on the pool industry, with contractors and the Florida Swimming Pool Association opposing expansion of scope to general and building contractors, while some speakers supported other parts of the bill. After adopting the amendments, the committee reported the bill favorably. Finally, the committee heard CS/SB 1288 on parental rights. The bill would allow minors to be tested for STDs without parental consent but require parental consent for treatment, expand parents’ rights to access records and control certain health decisions, and restrict health care services, medical procedures, and biofeedback devices for minors absent consent or an exception. An amendment moved survey and questionnaire provisions into the education code, added an explicit court-order exception, clarified DNA and biofeedback provisions, and added emergency behavioral health exceptions. The committee heard extensive public testimony both for and against the bill, with supporters emphasizing parental authority and opponents warning it could delay STI treatment, mental health care, and other services for vulnerable minors. The transcript ends during public testimony on the bill, before any final committee action is shown.

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• And we do a great work for the people of Florida.
• Boat manufacturing, boat business in Florida is a big business.
• And it was a great deal for Florida. Everybody benefited.
• So at my comment, you can watch on the Florida Channel.
• And during this comment about Florida bass,... ...starving.

Summary: The Committee on Environment and Natural Resources met to consider confirmation appointments, beginning with Rodney Barreto’s reappointment to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Barreto described his background and defended his record, saying the commission has expanded public access, conserved land, supported youth conservation programs, and maintained strong law enforcement and wildlife management. Senators questioned him about public opposition to his confirmation, his role in supporting Amendment 2, a proposed use of submerged land near Singer Island, the Split Oak land swap, and whether FWC may reopen a bear hunt. Barreto said he saw no conflict in his Amendment 2 involvement, denied that any condo application existed for the Singer Island property, defended the Split Oak deal as a conservation and land-acquisition tradeoff, and said bear-hunt options would be presented later by staff and biologists. Several members of the public spoke against Barreto’s reconfirmation, arguing that FWC needs reform, term limits, and more scientific leadership, and criticizing his real estate and lobbying ties as conflicts of interest. Speakers also objected to his positions on development, habitat protection, trap use, herbicide spraying, and the handling of bear management and public notice at FWC meetings. Senator Avila spoke in strong support of Barreto, citing FWC’s role in Biscayne Bay restoration, juvenile redfish releases, invasive species control, and community involvement. The committee then voted to recommend Barreto’s confirmation favorably, with Senator Smith voting no. The committee next considered tabs 2 and 3, the reappointments of Kathy Chapman and Michael Kennedy to the Florida Inland Navigation District. With no separate vote requested and no public opposition, the committee recommended both confirmations favorably by voice roll call. The meeting concluded with thanks to staff and adjournment.

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• Florida Audubon said there were 50,000 people who signed the Rep.
• Leslie Reed, Conservation Florida waives in support. Hugh Long, proponent.
• Hugh Long: My name is Hugh Long from Jacksonville Beach, Florida, right up the road from Guano.
• Florida has enacted buffers to protect the wetlands.
• The Governor also said one thing that made a great State of Florida free, less government.

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• WITH NSF 245 SYSTEMS, THESE MAINLY WERE ORIGINALLY TESTED FOR THE FLORIDA KEYS.
• WE FUND ALL NINE DIFFERENT SEWER PROGRAMS AT THE DEP.
• THEY HAD JUST NOT MOVE FORWARD INTO FLORIDA AS NSF TO 45S.
• FLORIDA ALREADY HAS THE TEST AND VESSEL TO DEAL WITH DERELICT VOTES.
• RESPONSIBLE BOATERS WANT TO HELP MAINTAIN FLORIDA WATERWAYS.

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• WE PLAN ON HAVING THE FIRST FACILITY IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA GO ACTIVE THIS YEAR.
• THE LAST PROJECT WHICH IS ONE OF THE BENEFITS IS A LARGE NORTH FLORIDA REGIONAL PROJECT.
• I WORK WITH JOHN HERE 14 YEARS OF DEP. THERE'S REALLY NO ULTIMATE UPSIDE.
• ALICIA, FLORIDA WATER ASSOCIATION. REPRESENT THE SMALLER SYSTEMS.
• OR WAIVING IN SUPPORT. >> I AM WITH ALISHA WITH FLORIDA WATER. >> Sen.

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• WE HAVE OVER 170,000 RULES AND REGULATIONS IN FLORIDA.
• THAT MAKES US THE 11TH MOST REGULATED STATE WITH NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA FLORIDA TENDS TO LEAD AND THIS
• AND WE I'M GONNA PUBLISHED THE NOTICE AS WELL IN THE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE REGISTRY.
• HERE IN REGARDS TO THE RULEMAKING FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
• THE SICKLE CELL DISEASE SICKLE CELL TRAIT REGISTRY IS REQUIRED BY 2023 LAWS OF FLORIDA.

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• 1,000 criminal defense lawyers across the state of Florida.
• We have Kayla Hopkins, Florida Chamber, waving in support.
• We have Kayla Hopkins, Florida Chamber, waiving in support.
• remaining inventories to submit a disposal plan to DEP.
• Peter Bello, Florida Association of Counties, waving in support.

Summary: The Fiscal Policy Committee met and first adopted a late-filed amendment to SB 774, which expands enhanced workers’ compensation coverage to 911 public safety telecommunicators for mental or nervous injuries. The bill drew supportive testimony from a Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office dispatcher and others, and was reported favorably. The committee also reported favorably SB 770 on forensic services for certain defendants, which would allow the Agency for Persons with Disabilities to consolidate secure forensic services for individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism whose charges were dismissed after incompetency findings. Members then considered several public safety, family, and workforce bills. CS/SB 86, which declares unauthorized aliens operating commercial vehicles an imminent safety hazard and imposes vehicle impoundment and a $50,000 penalty on motor carriers, was reported favorably after questions about impound procedures and cargo handling; one speaker opposed it. SB 1594, protecting veterans’ benefits for foster youth so the funds are reserved for postsecondary education, training, and after-care services, was reported favorably with supportive testimony from a former DCF attorney. CS/SB 760, creating a new offense for willful violations of no-contact pretrial release conditions in violent crime cases, was reported favorably despite criminal defense attorneys’ concerns about a provision allowing warrantless arrests without officer observation. The committee also approved a complete rewrite of the nonprofit corporations chapter in SB 554, a sickle cell continuing education bill (SB 844) after extensive emotional testimony from patients, advocates, and family members, and SB 1022 adding two children’s initiative programs in Bay County and Broward County. CS/SB 1246 broadened the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund to include health science education programs and related workforce needs and was reported favorably. Finally, the committee approved CS/CS/SB 1230 restricting use and sale of certain firefighting foam containing intentionally added PFAS, and CS/CS/SB 128 directing DEP to mark Red Harris Spoil Island; both passed with favorable votes. Several senators later asked to be recorded as voting in the affirmative on specific tabs, and the meeting adjourned without further business.

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• It addresses vessel accountability in Florida waters.
• We find ourselves now with no representation in North Florida.
• In the last five years, the sales of Florida clams and Florida oysters has increased by 200%.
• and down the state of Florida, who has explored estuaries, probably got lost... ...of Florida, who has
• North Florida has some of the most beautiful coastlines.

Summary: The committee met with a quorum present and took up five bills related to Florida waterways, vessels, and environmental protection. HB 1149 on vessel accountability was presented as a way to strengthen enforcement against derelict and long-term anchored vessels, create nuisance authority for repeat violators, and shift relocation/disposal costs to owners; it drew support from marine industry and boating groups and passed 15-1. HB 795 would allow voluntary buffer zones near deepwater port channels and turning basins to prevent anchoring or mooring in protected areas; after questions about federal overlap and impacts on other counties, an amendment narrowed the buffer concept and added authority to remove uninsured vessels anchored more than 45 days, and the bill passed 13-3 with committee substitute. HB 1285 defined “migrant vessels” and authorized FWC to remove them more quickly as derelict vessels; a technical amendment was adopted, Monroe County supported the bill, and it passed unanimously 16-0. The committee then considered HB 1133, which would restructure the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission by requiring geographic representation on the seven-member board, staggering terms, and limiting warrantless entry onto private land by FWC officers. The sponsor said the goal was to ensure statewide representation and align FWC enforcement with probable-cause standards; an amendment changed board terms from five years to three years, and the bill passed 16-0. Finally, HB 1143, sponsored by Representatives Shoaf and Tant, would prohibit oil and gas drilling and exploration within 10 miles of certain sensitive estuarine and coastal areas and require DEP to weigh environmental and economic impacts before permitting near waterways. Support came from oyster farmers, shellfish groups, conservation advocates, and local residents, while the American Petroleum Institute opposed the setback as too broad and raised mineral-rights concerns. After extensive debate emphasizing protection of Apalachicola Bay, tourism, seafood, and fragile ecosystems, the bill passed unanimously 16-0.

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• What it does is extend the Resilient Florida Trust Fund within the Department of Environmental Protection
• Fish and Wildlife Conservation and the Department of Citrus are in the 7% range, and then DEP is at 9.7
• I was just looking at the DEP, and they don't have a— they've had a vacancy for a deputy chief of staff
• We have Citrus at a 40% reversion rate, DEP averaging about 12%, and Fish and Wildlife at a 10% reversion

Summary: The Agriculture and Natural Resources Budget Subcommittee met with a quorum and heard House Bill 1313, an agency bill by Representative Mooney. The bill extends the Resilient Florida Trust Fund within the Department of Environmental Protection and updates the state accounting reference from FLARE to the new POM system. A technical amendment removing the obsolete FLARE account code was adopted without objection, and the bill then passed favorably on a recorded vote with no public testimony or debate. After the bill, the chair reviewed budget process materials for the committee, including agency vacancy reports and three-year reversion reports. She noted that several agencies have relatively low vacancy rates, highlighting the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as especially efficient, while DEP’s vacancy rate was higher and a member asked about long-term vacancies there. On reversions, she said DACS had only about a 2% reversion rate over three years, while Citrus averaged about 40%, DEP about 12%, and Fish and Wildlife about 10%. The chair also discussed upcoming budget recommendations and asked members to review the materials and raise questions. She flagged trust fund concerns, especially for Fish and Wildlife, saying recent license fee waivers may reduce revenue supporting its trust fund and could affect funding decisions in the next budget. The meeting ended after brief clarification on the vacancy report and a motion to re-recess.

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• NOTICE OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS WERE TIMELY PUBLISHED IN FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE REGISTER.
• RULES 60 G-1.001 FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND CAN YOU PLEASE GO AHEAD AND PRESENT THE OBJECTION. >
• I NOTICED THAT WITHIN FLORIDA STATUTE 272.18.
• THE FLORIDA STATE OWNED LANDS AND RECORD INFORMATION SYSTEM OR SOLARIS.
• AND FLORIDA CITIZENS ACROSS THE BOARD.

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• THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CONSERVATION FLORIDA AND THE FLORIDA CATTLEMEN ASSOCIATION IS IMPORTANT BECAUSE
• BUT IN FLORIDA THAT'S NOT THE CASE.
• WE HAVE TWO CONSERVATION PROGRAMS IN FLORIDA THAT ARE INSTRUMENTAL TO THE PROGRESS OF PROTECTING FLORIDA
• I JUST WANT TO SAY THAT WE HAVE NO FLORIDA WILDLIFE NO REAL PATHS TO CONSERVING A FUNCTIONAL FLORIDA
• CHAD BURGUNDY WITH THE FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WAVING IN SUPPORT AND NANCY STEWART WITH THE FLORIDA

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