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FL S1406
Joint Resolution
Status
1/8/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carlos Smith
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AI Summary
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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
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Requires this change itself to be approved by voters at the next general election or an earlier special election authorized by law
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Maintains the existing requirement that amendments imposing new state taxes or fees must still be approved by a two-thirds vote of electors
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Approved amendments would take effect on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January following the election, unless a different date is specified
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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