The main purpose of the Restore Florida Water Independence Act of 2026 is to simplify the regulatory process for certain environmental actions in Florida. Specifically, it allows compliance with a particular biological opinion to be considered sufficient for meeting the requirements of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. This aims to streamline the permitting process for dredging and filling activities in Florida, which are regulated under federal law. Key provisions of this legislation state that if an agency action is based on a specific biological opinion issued by the U.S.