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This joint resolution proposes constitutional amendments to establish term limits for members of county commissions and district school boards in Florida. Specifically, the resolution would limit elected officials in these roles to serving no more than 12 consecutive years before being required to step down for at least four years. The proposed amendment applies to both county commissioners elected from single-member districts and district school board members. Under the new rule, an individual who has served or would have served 12 consecutive years cannot appear on the ballot for subsequent election or re-election until four years have passed since the expiration of their last term. The resolution includes an exception for county commissioners who might want to run for a county-wide position like chairperson or county mayor. If approved by voters, these term limits would be added to the State Constitution's Articles VIII (Local Government) and IX (Education), effectively creating a mandatory rotation of leadership in county and school board governance.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/27