The House has unanimously passed legislation that would clear the way for a pair of state water pollution rules supported by business, agriculture and utility interests.

The rules voted out Friday, though, are considered too weak by some environmental groups.

Technically, the bill (HB 7051) would waive a legal requirement for legislative approval of the rules.

The Florida Department of Environment Protection drafted them as an alternative to tougher standards proposed by the federal Environmental Protection Agency.

The bill next goes to the Senate where it's also expected to pass and then on to Gov. Rick Scott who supports the state rules.

Environmentalists, though, have filed an administrative challenge. The rules also need EPA approval.