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FL S1406

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

Carlos Smith

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes changing the voter approval threshold for Florida constitutional amendments and revisions from 60% to a simple majority (50%+1) of electors voting on the measure

  • Requires this change itself to be approved by voters at the next general election or an earlier special election authorized by law

  • Maintains the existing requirement that amendments imposing new state taxes or fees must still be approved by a two-thirds vote of electors

  • Approved amendments would take effect on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January following the election, unless a different date is specified

  • Does not alter other constitutional amendment procedures, including publication requirements, filing deadlines, or the 90-day waiting period before elections

Legislative Description

Threshold for Voter Approval of Constitutional Amendments

Last Action

Introduced

1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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