The Bureau of Water Policy leads the department in developing appropriate policies based on statutory direction and ensuring effective implementation of its responsibilities under the Florida Water Resources Act. This section addresses statewide water management issues in coordination with the water management districts, other agencies and local governing entities.

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Pursuant to 373.536(6)(b) Florida Statutes, the Department welcomes comment on the Water Management District’s Five Year Water Resource Development Work Programs.
Water Management DistrictWeb Link to Five-Year Water Resource Development Work ProgramSubmit Comments to Water Policy StaffDeadline for submitting comments
Northwest Florida Water Management District   
South Florida Water Management District2027 Five-Year Water Resource Development Work Program (sfwmd.gov)Andrew ClementMonday, October 26, 2026
St. Johns River Water Management District   
Suwannee River Water Management District   
Southwest Florida Water Management District   
Last Modified: Monday, Oct 12, 2026 - 08:43am