It is the intent of the Legislature that the state-owned submerged lands in areas which have exceptional biological, aesthetic, and scientific value, as hereinafter described, be set aside forever as aquatic preserves or sanctuaries for the benefit of future generations.
Fla. Stat. § 258.36
Legislative intent
Known as the Florida Aquatic Preserve Act
The act spans §§ 258.001–258.601 (54 sections).
History.--s. 1, ch. 75-172.
Official source: Online Sunshine (Florida Legislature). Reproduced from public-domain Florida statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.