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FL S1850
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
- Proposes amending the Florida State Constitution to establish the Commissioner of Insurance as a statewide elected office and a member of the Cabinet, joining the Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer, and Commissioner of Agriculture
- Currently, the Commissioner of Insurance is appointed by the Financial Services Commission; this amendment would make the position elected by voters starting with the 2026 primary and general elections, with the office taking effect January 5, 2027
- Adds the Commissioner of Insurance to the trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, the Land Acquisition Trust Fund, and the agency head of the Department of Law Enforcement
- Increases the number of cabinet members required to suggest gubernatorial incapacity from three to four, reflecting the expanded cabinet size
- Requires the Legislature to enact implementing legislation before January 5, 2027, including conforming changes to the Florida Statutes and revisions to the structure and powers of the Financial Services Commission
Legislative Description
Election of Commissioner of Insurance
Last Action
Died in Ethics and Elections
3/14/2022
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