Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Final Regulations

Pursuant to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Protection Act and the National Marine Sanctuaries Act, NOAA has developed the comprehensive final management plan for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS or the Sanctuary). NOAA hereby issues final regulations to implement that plan and govern the conduct of activities within the Sanctuary. This document also summarizes the Final Management Plan--Environmental Impact Statement (FMP/EIS) for the Sanctuary. The FMP/EIS details the goals and objectives, management responsibilities, research activities, educational and outreach programs, and interpretive enforcement activities for the Sanctuary. The intended effect of the final regulations, and FMP/EIS is to protect and manage the conservation, recreational, ecological, historical, research, educational, and aesthetic qualities of the Sanctuary consistent with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Protection Act and the National Marine Sanctuaries Act.