Florida House of Representatives v. Crist

I concur in result only based upon two aspects of the majority opinion which cause concern. First, I would conclude that the majority’s analysis and discussion with regard to the Governor’s power to enter into a compact is overly restrictive. Second, I question whether the writ of quo warranto is the appropriate remedy for the relief the majority grants today.

THE CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY OF THE GOVERNOR10

I cannot agree with the analysis of the majority, which is unduly restrictive with regard to the constitutional powers of the Governor as the chief executive officer of the State of Florida.…