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FL H0397

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/3/2013

Primary Sponsor

Cynthia Stafford

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Applies word count limitations (75 words for ballot summary, 15 words for ballot title) to constitutional amendments and revisions proposed by joint resolution
  • Removes the provision allowing placement of full text of constitutional amendments or revisions on ballots
  • Deletes the Attorney General's authority to prepare revised ballot titles or summaries when all ballot statements in a joint resolution are found defective
  • Eliminates the court's authority to retain jurisdiction over revised ballot statements prepared by the Attorney General
  • Removes the legal presumption that full text statements on ballots constitute clear and unambiguous notice to voters; effective July 1, 2013

Legislative Description

Constitutional Amendments

Last Action

Died in Civil Justice Subcommittee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 7013 (Ch. 2013-57)

5/3/2013

Committee Referrals

Civil Justice Subcommittee1/30/2013

Full Bill Text

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