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FL S1416
Bill
AI Summary
- All municipal office elections in Florida must be held on the same date as the general election, effective July 1, 2025
- Municipalities requiring a runoff format must hold their initial election on the primary election date (Tuesday 11 weeks before the general election) and the runoff on the general election date
- The state preempts all authority to set municipal election dates, superseding any conflicting general law, special law, local law, municipal charter, or municipal ordinance
- Repeals Section 101.75, F.S., which previously allowed municipalities to change election dates for cause
- Terms of incumbent elected municipal officers are extended until the next municipal election held under the new schedule to ensure orderly transition
Legislative Description
Election Dates for Municipal Office
Last Action
Died in Community Affairs
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Community Affairs4/1/2025
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