A proposal by Apollo Beach Republican Rep. Michael Owen that could reshape the structure of Hillsborough County government cleared its second House committee stop. Instead, it requires approval by a majority of Hillsborough County voters through a countywide referendum conducted during the 2026 General Election. HB 4029 also increases the number of affirmative votes required for the Commission to enact ordinances and resolutions, appoint or remove the County Administrator, County Attorney and internal auditor, and propose amendments to the county charter. The bill further amends provisions in the Hillsborough County Charter governing the Charter Review Board, altering how members are appointed. HB 4029 now moves to its third and final committee stop in the House State Affairs Committee.