SJR 1406 (2026): Threshold for Voter Approval of Constitutional Amendments

2026 Florida Legislature, regular session · filed 2026-03-13 · Latest: Died in Ethics and Elections

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Threshold for Voter Approval of Constitutional Amendments

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What a vote does

A “Yea” vote

A joint resolution that passes each chamber by a three-fifths vote goes on the statewide ballot as a constitutional amendment.

A “Nay” vote

If it does not pass, current law stays as it is.

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What does this mean? (plain words)

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Threshold for Voter Approval of Constitutional Amendments

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Words on this page, explained (2)

Constitutional amendment: A change to a constitution. In Texas the Legislature proposes an amendment with a joint resolution passed by two-thirds of the members of each chamber. It takes effect only if a majority of the people voting on it approve it. In Florida, an amendment needs at least 60% of the votes cast on it to pass.
Joint resolution: In Texas, the type of measure the Legislature uses to propose a constitutional amendment (marked HJR or SJR). The governor does not sign or veto it; the voters decide. In Congress a joint resolution can also be used like a bill. In Florida, a joint resolution passed by three-fifths of the members of each chamber puts a constitutional amendment on the ballot.

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Sources

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Data: Florida Senate public bill list <https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bills/2026> (date and status are the last action shown there)

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