What is the role of the Florida Cabinet?

• A. A ceremonial body with no real power.
• B. Oversees the state's school curriculum.
• C. Historically includes the Attorney General, Chief Financial Officer, and Commissioner of Agriculture, with authority over various executive functions and agencies.
• D. Handles only judicial appointments.

Answer: (C)

The Florida Cabinet is a group of key statewide elected executives who share executive authority with the Governor, who chairs their meetings. The members are the Attorney General, the Chief Financial Officer, and the Commissioner of Agriculture. Together, they oversee a range of state agencies and executive functions, making decisions on rules, agency actions, and various operations of state government. This setup gives the Cabinet real influence and serves as a check and balance within the executive branch, beyond what one person could do alone. It’s not just ceremonial power, and it isn’t limited to education or to judicial appointments—the Cabinet’s responsibilities cover multiple areas of state administration, including the agencies those three offices oversee.