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HJR 947

Reorganization of Florida Government

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Daryl Campbell

HJR 947 would propose constitutional reorganization of Florida’s government; if voters approve, it reshapes agencies, oversight, and budgets through a permanent structural change.

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Bill Summary · HJR 947

Summary: HJR 947 — Reorganization of Florida Government

Overview

  • Bill Number: HJR 947
  • Title: Reorganization of Florida Government
  • Status: Filed
  • Introduced: December 30, 2025
  • Classification: House Joint Resolution (a joint resolution typically used to propose amendments to the state constitution)
  • Subject: Reorganization of Florida Government (as indicated by the title; “concurrent”/“subject index” notes appear as metadata rather than a descriptive provision)

Note: The text of the bill is not provided in the available materials, so this summary focuses on the bill’s stated purpose and the general implications of a House Joint Resolution proposing government reorganization.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill appears to seek to reorganize Florida’s government structure. As a House Joint Resolution, its primary function would likely be to propose changes to the Florida Constitution rather than to enact ordinary statute.
  • If enacted as a constitutional amendment, it would require approval by voters in a statewide referendum after being approved by both chambers of the Legislature.

Key Provisions (as far as can be determined from available information)

  • The specific structural changes, new authorities, dissolution or consolidation of agencies, or shifts in oversight are not provided in the submitted materials.
  • Because HJRs typically propose constitutional amendments, any changes would be intended to be permanent changes to the state Constitution, subject to statewide voter approval.

What is missing: The actual text of HJR 947 is required to identify:
- Which government units or authorities could be reorganized (e.g., departments, agencies, commissions, or offices)
- The methods of reorganization (merger, consolidation, reallocation of powers, creation/abolition of entities)
- Effective dates, transitional provisions, and any impact on current laws or budgets
- Constitutional amendments or ballot question language

Potential Impact

  • If the resolution becomes a constitutional amendment approved by voters, the reorganization would become part of the Florida Constitution and would guide future governance structure.
  • Depending on the proposed changes, impacts could include:
    • Streamlining government operations and reducing redundancy
    • Shifting oversight or funding responsibilities among agencies
    • Altering appointment, budget, or reporting requirements for state officials
    • Creating new commissions or consolidating existing ones
  • The magnitude of impact depends entirely on the specific provisions language that would be attached to the measure.

Affected Parties

  • Florida state government entities (agencies, departments, commissions) could be reorganized.
  • State employees and current agency leadership may be affected by changes in structure, responsibilities, or budgets.
  • Florida voters would ultimately decide on any constitutional amendments proposed by this J.R.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • As a House Joint Resolution proposing a constitutional amendment, typical procedural steps (beyond the available data) include:
    • Passage by both the Florida House of Representatives and Florida Senate with a supermajority (the exact thresholds are defined by state law and the Florida Constitution)
    • Referral to the statewide ballot for voter approval in a general or special election
    • If approved by voters, incorporation into the Florida Constitution
  • Current status: Filed on December 30, 2025. No further action details are provided in the available information.

Next Steps for Interested Readers

  • Obtain the full text of HJR 947 to review the proposed constitutional language and any accompanying explanations or fiscal notes.
  • Monitor committee assignments and debate to understand the specific structural changes proposed.
  • Review any fiscal impact statements, transitional language, and timelines if the measure advances.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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