HJR 613 Summary

• Proposes constitutional amendments to increase state senator terms from 4 years to 6 years and state representative terms from 2 years to 4 years.

• Extends term limits for state senators and representatives from 8 consecutive years to 12 consecutive years.

• Increases term limits for Florida cabinet officers and U.S. Representative/Senator positions to 8 consecutive years (unchanged from current law).

• Requires voter approval at the next general election or earlier special election authorized by law.

• Directs the legislature to implement the amendments following the 2014 general election, with senators elected that year serving at least 4-year terms.