Florida House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois of Merritt Island Proposes Restructure of State Government

Sirois represents the 31st House District which includes part of Central Brevard County

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA – A major governmental shake-up could be on the horizon for Florida as state lawmakers propose eliminating the position of lieutenant governor and introducing a new Cabinet role aimed at improving government efficiency.

House Majority Leader Tyler Sirois (R-Merritt Island) and Rep. John Snyder (R-Stuart) have filed House Joint Resolution 1325, a measure that seeks to streamline the state’s executive branch while enhancing fiscal oversight.

Sirois represents the state’s 31st House District, which includes areas of central and north Brevard County and east Orange County.

The proposal, if approved, would eliminate the lieutenant governor’s office and replace it with a newly created Commissioner of Government Efficiency, a position focused on reducing waste, fraud, and bureaucracy across state agencies.

Under the proposal, the Commissioner of Government Efficiency would act as an elected watchdog, overseeing the financial operations of state and local governments. The office would leverage artificial intelligence and other technological tools to analyze spending patterns, identify wasteful expenditures, and enforce transparency measures.

“Florida taxpayers are entitled to a government that is small, efficient, and well-run,” said Majority Leader Sirois. “While Florida has already set the standard for fiscally conservative governance, we must continue to evaluate the value and effectiveness of our government institutions.”

Rep. Snyder echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the importance of responsible financial stewardship.

“Just as Florida families manage their own household budgets, our government must live within its means. It’s critical that we are lean, efficient, and transparent while planning for the future.”

Restructuring Florida’s Executive Branch

If passed by a three-fifths majority in both legislative chambers, the measure would go before voters on the November 2026 ballot, where it would need 60% approval to be enacted. Key changes include:

Abolition of the Lieutenant Governor’s Office: Duties currently assigned to the lieutenant governor would be redistributed among other state officials. A new succession plan would be created for the governorship in case of a vacancy.

Creation of the Commissioner of Government Efficiency: This new office would be responsible for auditing government agencies, municipalities, and special districts to prevent financial mismanagement.

Review of State Governance Structures: The plan also proposes streamlining various governmental boards and commissions to eliminate redundancy and cut costs.

Governor Ron DeSantis, a proponent of government efficiency, has already taken steps in a similar direction with the launch of the State Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) task force. The initiative, announced earlier this year, aims to identify cost-cutting opportunities in state agencies, universities, and local governments while eliminating surplus federal funding.

If the proposal advances, lawmakers would appoint the first Commissioner of Government Efficiency by March 2, 2027, to serve until the 2028 election. Beginning in 2030, the position would be elected to a four-year term, with a two-term limit, similar to other Cabinet positions.

A sunset clause ensures long-term accountability. In 2044, Florida voters will decide whether the office remains necessary. If the majority votes to dissolve it, the position will be phased out by 2046.

As the 2026 election cycle approaches, debates over fiscal responsibility, government transparency, and executive restructuring will take center stage. Whether Floridians will embrace this transformation remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: change is on the table in Tallahassee.

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