FL H0789

By October 1, 2013, each water management district must identify first and second magnitude springs within their district that are in decline based on historic average water quality and flow levels, with technical support from the Florida Geological Survey or other state or federal agencies.

By July 1, 2014, each water management district shall develop a 5-year restoration plan to restore historic average water quality and flow levels to the identified declining springs, with authority to use or include existing plans and studies.

Water management districts may adopt rules and issue orders as necessary to implement the Springs Revival Act.

Beginning January 1, 2014, and quarterly thereafter, each water management district must submit progress reports on restoration efforts to the Governor, President of the Senate, and Speaker of the House of Representatives.

The act takes effect July 1, 2013.