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In response to Florida's growing need for water, and an historic drought experienced throughout most of the state from 1999-2001, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) led the development of a Florida Water Conservation Initiative (WCI), which identified opportunities for improved water-use efficiency. This paper discusses important outcomes of the WCI recommendations: the "Joint Statement of Commitment for the Development and Implementation of a Statewide Comprehensive Water Conservation Program for Public Water Supply" (JSOC), pending related changes to the "Water Resource Implementation Rule" (Ch. 62-40, F.A.C.), and subsequent amendments to Florida Statutes. The intent of all of these actions is an improved and goal-based, accountable approach to water conservation programs for public water supply. Includes table, figures.