Proposed Constitutional Amendment: Senate Oversight of Governor's Powers

Original title: Senate Confirmation of Gubernatorial Appointments/Legislative Approval of Extended States of Emergency

March 13, 2026

Constitutional Amendment Executive Power Legislative Oversight State of Emergency Gubernatorial Appointments (adopted)

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The Frame

What this does

If passed by voters, this amendment would shift the balance of power by removing the Cabinet's role in executive appointments and requiring direct legislative authorization for long-term emergency declarations.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Governor of Florida

The Governor's authority to appoint and remove officials and manage states of emergency would be subject to new legislative and Senate oversight.

Florida Cabinet

The Cabinet would lose its current constitutional authority to approve or reject gubernatorial appointments and removals.

Florida Senate

The Senate would gain the new responsibility of confirming gubernatorial appointments and removals.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This resolution proposes a state constitutional amendment requiring Senate confirmation for gubernatorial appointments and removals, while limiting the Governor's power to extend states of emergency beyond 60 days without legislative approval.

Key Facts

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Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this change how long the Governor can declare a state of emergency?

Yes, the Governor could only declare a state of emergency for up to 60 days; any extension beyond that would require approval from the Legislature.

Who would approve the Governor's appointments under this change?

The Florida Senate would be required to confirm appointments and removals, replacing the current system that allows for approval by three members of the Cabinet.

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Consolidation of Legislative Oversight

The amendment seeks to centralize appointment oversight within the Senate while simultaneously stripping the Cabinet of its existing check on executive power.

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