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.
