Advisory Opinion to the Attorney General re the Medical Liability Claimant's Compensation Amendment

It is well settled that the intent of section 101.161(1) is to ensure that voters are advised of the true meaning and purpose of a proposed constitutional amendment. See Askew v. Firestone, 421 So.2d 151, 156 (Fla.1982). This Court has recognized that “[a] ballot title and summary cannot either ‘fly under false colors’ or ‘hide the ball’ as to the amendment’s true effect.” Armstrong v. Harris, 773 So.2d 7, 16 (Fla.2000). I must dissent from the majority’s - holding approving the proposed ballot title and summary in the instant action, as it is clear that the singular and only purpose of this…