Space Florida was created as an independent special district, a body politic and corporate and subdivision of state government in 2006 by the Governor and Legislature. The Space Florida Act, Florida Statutes Chapter 331, Part II, outlines the purpose, powers, and duties of Space Florida.
    (1) Under Sections 331.310(1)(j), (2)(a) and (d), F.S., the Board of Directors of Space Florida is required to adopt rules to carry out Space Florida’s mission. This document provides such rules and is intended as a reference guide and basis for implementation of Space Florida’s administrative procedures.
    (2) The President is responsible for ensuring that these rules are followed, establishing systems required to implement the rules, and providing procedural direction in cases where the rules are determined to be unspecified.
    (3) It is estimated that enforcement of these rules will cause no significant economic impact to the State of Florida. Space Florida’s policy of fiscal responsibility and accountability is in keeping with the policies and needs of the Governor, Legislature, and citizens of the State of Florida. These rules are intended to enable Space Florida to operate at maximum efficiency while meeting the requirements of applicable F.S. Where possible, the rules were crafted to enable operational and administrative cost savings.
    (4) Florida Statutes Chapter 331, Part II, outlines the purpose, powers, and duties of Space Florida.
Rulemaking Authority 331.310(1)(j), (2)(a), (d), 331.3101(1) FS. Law Implemented 331.310(1)(j), (2)(a), (d), 331.3101(1) FS. History-New 1-25-09.