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• FWC Commissioners approve final rule establishing new boating restricted area in Broward County           

  Thursday, November 6, 2025 -  This decision aims to mitigate a public safety risk created by vessel traffic congestion.

• FWC preparing to implement new law to improve vessel accountability and reduce derelict vessels

  Friday, June 27, 2025 -  Senate Bill 164, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on June 19, will go into effect on July 1, 2025.

• Florida marks National Safe Boating Week with release of FWC 2024 boating accident report

  Friday, May 23, 2025 -  High vessel numbers and a mild climate cause Florida to lead the nation in the number of boating fatalities each year.

• Agenda item regarding Silver Glen Springs removed from upcoming FWC Commission meeting agenda 

  Friday, May 2, 2025 -  This decision comes in light of recent legislation passed by the Florida Legislature that proposes changes to the statutory requirements for establishing SPZs.

• Manatees are on the move — go slow & look out below

  Thursday, March 27, 2025 -  As temperatures rise in spring, manatees gradually disperse from their winter habitats and are more likely to be present in rivers, canals and nearshore waters.

• FWC approves Levy County Manatee Protection Zone amendments

  Thursday, February 27, 2025 -  The changes address manatee protection, enforcement concerns and boater safety in the area.

• FWC Commissioners approve new rule establishing boating restricted area in Jupiter Narrows

  Wednesday, February 26, 2025 -  This decision aims to mitigate public safety hazards caused by high vessel traffic and congestion and the narrow width of the waterway in that area.

• FWC Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Recommended Budget for Prioritizing Florida’s Natural Resources

  Monday, February 3, 2025 -  Recommendations include $30 million to Restore Apalachicola’s Oyster Habitat, $10 Million for Shooting Sports Facilities, and $10 million for Artificial Reefs

• RESCHEDULED - FWC seeking public input on Levy County manatee zones

  Tuesday, January 21, 2025 -  The workshop will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 3, at the Inglis Community Center, 137 Highway 40 West in Inglis.

• FWC seeking public input on Levy County manatee zones

  Tuesday, January 14, 2025 -  The workshop will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Jan. 21, at the Inglis Community Center, 137 Highway 40 West in Inglis.