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FL S0568
Bill
Status
Failed
4/30/2010
Primary Sponsor
Lee Constantine
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AI Summary
- Creates Part IV of Chapter 369, Florida Statutes, establishing the "Florida Springs Protection Act"
- Declares Florida's springs are precious natural resources threatened by flow reductions and declining water quality due to pollution, nutrient loading, and poor wastewater management
- Recognizes springs provide recreational opportunities, tourism economic benefits, critical habitat for endangered species, and serve as water quality indicators
- Establishes legislative intent that springs can be restored through stewardship, planning strategies, best management practices, and regulatory programs protecting springs and their springsheds
- Effective date: July 1, 2010
Legislative Description
Florida Springs Protection Act [EPSC]
Last Action
Died in Committee on Environmental Preservation and Conservation
4/30/2010
Committee Referrals
Environmental Preservation and Conservation12/9/2009
Full Bill Text
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