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Florida Secretary Of State Could Become Elected Office

Sen. Aaron Bean (R-Jacksonville) talks Medicaid expansion plans
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WFSU News

Florida could see the position of Secretary of State turn from an appointed position to an elected one. A Fernandina Beach lawmaker filed legislation filed this session to do just that.

Republican Sen. Aaron Bean is sponsoring a joint resolution to change and elevate the Secretary of State position. Currently, the governor appoints the secretary of state. The proposal keeps the position appointed for the term starting in 2019 and then changes it to a statewide elected office in 2022. The proposal also makes the office a cabinet position.

Sarah Mueller is a journalist who has worked for media outlets in several states since 2010. She earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism in 2010 and worked as a print reporter covering local government and politics.