Who appoints the members of FREC, and who confirms them?

• A. The governor appoints and the senate confirms
• B. The legislature appoints and the governor confirms
• C. The commissioner appoints and the senate confirms
• D. The governor appoints and the department confirms

Answer: (A)

FREC is a regulatory body made up of seven members, and their appointment follows a two-step process: the governor selects nominees, and the Florida Senate confirms them before they can serve. This setup provides executive nomination power with legislative oversight, ensuring that appointees meet qualifications and earn public trust. The governor does not appoint on behalf of a department, nor do the legislature or the department perform the confirmations. Therefore, the arrangement is: the governor appoints and the Senate confirms.