29052390, 5E-9.026 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

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Notice: 29052390

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

Division:

Division of Agricultural Environmental Services

Chapter:

LICENSED PESTICIDE APPLICATORS AND DEALERS

Overview

RULE:

5E-9.026	Procedures for Pesticide Applicator Certification, Licensure, and License Renewal
5E-9.037	Enforcement and Penalties

PURPOSE:

The proposed rules update and clarify existing rule language regarding examinations for licensure. In addition, this rulemaking will implement changes made to Chapter 487, F.S., during the previous legislative session.

SUMMARY:

The proposed rules implement changes made during the 2024 Legislative Session regarding consequences for those who cheat on licensure examinations. Revisions are also being made to allow for examinations to be administered in languages other than English. References to incorporated forms are being updated for clarity and consistency, and a new rule is being adopted to provide guidance regarding license denials.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

487.0435, 487.046, 487.175, 570.07(23) FS.

LAW:

487.031, 487.044, 487.046, 487.049, 487.175 FS.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

12/11/2024 Vol. 50/240

COMMENTS:

From 12/11/2024 To 1/1/2025 (21 Days)
The public comment period for this notice has already expired.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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