Proposed Counties
Two counties were proposed in Florida's state legislature, but neither actually became counties. A bill was passed by the legislature to create Bloxham County, but residents did not vote to approve it. See Leigh Read County, Florida for the events surrounding the proposed county.
| County | Proposal date | Etymology |
|---|---|---|
| Bloxham County | 1914 | William D. Bloxham (1835–1911), 13th and 17th Governor of Florida |
| Leigh Read County | 1842 | Leigh Read, legislator |
| Ocean County | 1991 | Atlantic Ocean |
Read more about this topic: List Of Counties In Florida
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