Florida's 2023-2024 budget promotes its natural resources
On February 1, 2023 Florida's proposed Fiscal 2023-2024 Framework for Freedom Budget was released, solidifying support for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’smission to protect Florida’s natural resources, ensuring they will be abundant for future generations to enjoy.
The budget includes high-priority conservation items including eradication and control of pythons and other nonnative fish and wildlife species, enhanced protections for Florida’s manatees and sea turtles, and support for statewide seagrass restoration and law enforcement.
Budget highlights include:
• $2.6 million in new funding for nonnative fish and wildlife eradication and control.
• $1.4 million for Burmese python population control and assessment.
• $16.9 million for 41 new law enforcement positions for patrol and investigation.
• $8.4 million for boating access and boating improvement projects.
• $11.1 million for habitat restoration initiatives.
• Approximately $750,000 for initiatives focused on maintaining Florida’s reputation as the Fishing Capital of the World.
• More than $900,000 for manatee population assessment and management enhancements.
• Over $750,000 for enhanced protections for Florida’s sea turtles.
• $600,000 for artificial reefs.
• $7.8 million for land management, acquisitions, and improvements.
To learn more about the FWC and its programs, visit MyFWC.com.