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There’s a shift in power, from the east central coast of Florida, to the west central cost in the works at the State Capitol today. State Representative Richard Corcoran of Pasco County was officially designated to be the Speaker of the House in 2016. Corcoran has promised to reform how special interests gain sway and operate in the Capitol. He was praised by his supporters and nominated by Rep. Jose Oliva (R-Miami).

“Some people’s warning about Richard Corcoran sounded more like a compliment than a warning. They say look out for Richard Corcoran, he’s three steps ahead of everyone else. Or, they’d say, look out for Richard Corcoran, he’s playing three dimensional chess when the rest of us are playing checkers” said Oliva, who is designated to succeed Corcoran.

The Speaker of the House has total control over every facet of how the House does business, what bills it hears and even over where members part of have offices. The Speaker is considered on of the three most powerful elected offices in the state, along with the Senate President and Governor.