Why is there a need to ban former elected officials from becoming a lobbyist? What sparked this initiative? What do legislators hope to gain if this measure is passed? The Florida Constitution Revision Commission voted 30-4 to place Amendment 12 on the ballot for the election. Why did the CRC feel this was necessary?

Amendment 12 as it appears on the ballot:

Lobbying and Abuse of Office by Public Officers - Expands current restrictions on lobbying for compensation by former public officers; creates restrictions on lobbying for compensation by serving public officers and former justices and judges; provides exceptions; prohibits abuse of a public position by public officers and employees to obtain a personal benefit. 

Link to full text of Amendment 12

Guests

  • John Stemberger, Constitution Revision Commission member, Florida Family Policy Council president
  • Chris Smith, Constitution Revision Commission Member, former State Senator [D-Palm Beach]