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FL H1527
FL H1527Senate Confirmation of Gubernatorial Appointments and Legislative Approval of Extended States of Emergency
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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to Section 6 of Article IV and the creation of Section 14 in Article IV of the State Constitution to require that the Senate confirm appointments and removals made by the Governor and to require that the Legislature authorize an extension of a state of emergency declared by the Governor.
AI Summary
This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the Florida State Constitution to strengthen legislative oversight over the executive branch. Specifically, it would require the Florida Senate to confirm appointments and removals made by the Governor to certain designated statutory offices, removing the current option for three members of the Governor's Cabinet to approve these actions. Additionally, the resolution would mandate that the Legislature authorize any extension of a state of emergency declared by the Governor that lasts longer than 60 days, preventing the Governor from unilaterally extending such declarations indefinitely. These changes are intended to be voted on by the public in a future election.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Now in Government Operations Subcommittee (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1527 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1527/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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