DeSantis proposes phased homestead property-tax exclusion, offers short-term grants for local governments

Mar 26, 2026

Governor Ron DeSantis said he wants to phase in an exclusion of homesteaded property from local property taxes, citing local revenue growth figures and offering state grants to ease the transition; he said placing an amendment on the ballot would require 60% legislative approval and 60% voter approval.

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Governor Ron DeSantis told a Florida audience he supports a constitutional amendment to phase out property taxes on homesteaded residences and described a pathway to put the measure before voters.

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