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FL H0521
Joint Resolution
Status
4/28/2015
Primary Sponsor
Frank Artiles
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AI Summary
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Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 6 of Article VIII allowing Miami-Dade County Home Rule Charter to be amended or revised by special law approved by county electors.
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Restricts charter amendment bills to filing only by legislators whose districts include part of Miami-Dade County, requiring approval by a majority of affected county senators and house representatives.
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Authorizes the Miami-Dade County Home Rule Charter to impose fixed term limits on county commissioners.
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Updates constitutional references throughout to reflect Miami-Dade County's current name, removing outdated "Metropolitan Dade County" terminology.
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Requires the amendment to be submitted to state electors for approval at the next general election or earlier special election authorized by law.
Legislative Description
Miami-Dade County Home Rule Charter
Last Action
Died in Civil Justice Subcommittee
4/28/2015