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This joint resolution proposes a comprehensive restructuring of Florida's state government, touching on multiple aspects of governance, elections, and constitutional procedures. The resolution seeks to move the state capital by 2043 to within 100 miles of Florida's population center, revise the Legislature's size and procedures, and create several new independent elected boards to provide oversight of various government functions. Key provisions include establishing independent redistricting commissions, creating new cabinet positions like the Commissioner of Lands and Commissioner of Labor, implementing more transparent legislative processes with requirements for public hearings and livestreaming, and introducing a recall mechanism for statewide elected officials and legislators. The resolution would also modify the state constitution to lower the threshold for constitutional amendments from 60% to 55% approval, create an Executive Council with powers to review state contracts and gubernatorial decisions, and establish an elected Board of Utility Directors and Board of Equalization. Additionally, the resolution changes how vacancies are filled, modifies term limits, and provides more detailed rules for legislative procedures, staff hiring, and committee operations, with an overarching goal of increasing government transparency and public accountability.

Government Affairs

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/947