Florida lawmakers reconvened in Tallahassee on June 1 for a special legislative session centered on Gov. Ron DeSantis’s proposed property‑tax relief package.
The governor is advancing a constitutional amendment under his “Save Our Homes from Excessive Property Taxes” proposal, aiming to deliver sweeping property‑tax relief to Florida homeowners and establish a pathway toward full elimination.
Supporters say the initiative can rein in local government growth and protect homeowners, while critics argue it will cost cities millions of dollars in lost revenue, affecting core services.
Here is what to know about the governor’s plan.
Inside the Governor’s Proposal
At the center of the governor’s plan is a $250,000 homestead exemption, from the current $50,000. It would also be paired with a mandate for lawmakers to craft a timeline to eventually eliminate homestead property taxes altogether by lifting the exemption to $500,000….