Local Governing Authority Under Florida’s Constitution

This module introduces Home Rule, the authority Florida cities gained after the 1968 Constitution. Learners will understand what Home Rule allows, why it matters, and how it shapes local problem solving.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, learners should be able to:

  1. Explain the concept of Home Rule in Florida.
  2. Describe how local authority changed after the 1968 Constitution.
  3. Identify what cities can do under Home Rule.
  4. Understand the limits of Home Rule when state or federal law conflicts.
  5. Recognize why Floridians tend to prefer local decision making.

Modules

Quiz

1. What did the 1968 Florida Constitution establish for cities?
2. What does Home Rule allow cities to do?
3. Before Home Rule, what did cities often need from the Legislature?
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