Florida voters to decide expanded homestead tax exemption amendment in November
The Florida State Legislature voted to place a constitutional amendment on the general election ballot on June 2, 2026. The amendment would expand the homestead exemption for non-school property taxes, reduce the cap on assessment increases for non-homestead properties, and limit how local governments can spend property tax revenue.
Legislators approved the constitutional amendment during a special legislative session called by Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). The House voted 75-26, and the Senate voted 30-9. The amendment requires 60% voter approval to take effect.
The constitutional amendment would make several changes related to property taxes in Florida.
Homestead exemption expansion: Currently, Florida homeowners who use a property as their primary residence receive two property tax exemptions: the first $25,000 of their home's assessed value is exempt from all property taxes, including school taxes, and an additional $25,000 is exempt from non-school taxes only.
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