Proposed Rule Changes
We offer the information on this page to help interested parties participate in ongoing rulemaking.
Saltwater Fishing Rules
- Those interested in saltwater fishing rules can learn more and comment on upcoming Marine Fisheries Management changes.
Hunting Rules
- The FWC is seeking input on hunting-related draft rule changes for the 2022-2023 hunting season. Please take a few minutes to view proposed rule amendments and provide your input. Also, learn more about draft rule amendments that would require logging and reporting harvested wild turkeys and clarify and provide consistency regarding deer carcass handling, storage, transfer, possession, and labeling requirements.
Possible Changes to Regulated Trapping
- The FWC is seeking public feedback as staff begin to evaluate rules addressing regulated wildlife trapping. Staff are exploring possible changes to modernize trapping rules to align with the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies’ best management practices in support of species-specific and humane trapping methods. Learn about these possible changes and how to provide feedback.
About the rulemaking process
You can read more about the FWC rulemaking process.