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DeSantis proposed eliminating property taxes. What that could mean for Florida.
TALLAHASSEE — Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing to eliminate property taxes in Florida — a move that could disproportionately harm public schools and give the state more power over local communities.
Florida lawmakers move to slash property taxes. Here’s the list of proposals
Property taxes have been a hot-button issue in Florida lately, and many of the proposals being tossed about by lawmakers reflect that fact.
Mayor warns county could lose billions in revenue if Florida eliminates property taxes
Miami-Dade County stands to lose more than 81% of its countywide tax revenue if Florida lawmakers decide to phase out property taxes.
Florida Republican Has a Plan for Changing Property Taxes
A new Florida bill could transform property tax payments, giving local governments the power to offer significant rebates to homeowners.
‘Just eliminate it entirely:’ Florida Gov. DeSantis vows to axe rent, property taxes
Property taxes are a local issue, not a state one, so an amendment would be required to change the state’s Constitution. But even if lawmakers manage to get such an amendment through, it would still take approval from 60% of Florida voters before amendment could officially pass.
What would be the impacts of Florida eliminating property taxes?
WFLX is asking questions about the impacts if property taxes ended in Florida.
Ron DeSantis Is Serious About Ending Property Taxes in Florida—but Will It Work and Who Will Pay the $40 Billion Difference?
At a press conference on Monday, DeSantis reiterated his support for measures to limit or ban the collection of property taxes at the local level in Florida, which bring in more than $40 billion for the state each year.
Florida cities, counties fret over end of property tax
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North Dakota’s lessons for Florida on property taxes
CHARLENE NELSON, a North Dakota municipal judge, knows what Gov. RON DESANTIS is up against if he tries to push through a Florida ballot measure to abolish property taxes.
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Why is the property tax rate in St. Lucie County the highest in the state?
St. Lucie County Administrator George Landry said the primary reason for the high millage rate is tied to the average home ...
Several states seek end to property taxes: Shouldn’t have to ‘rent from the government’
Lawmakers from Pennsylvania to Indiana and beyond are all seeking to eliminate property taxes, which some call the government's way of charging rent.
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Florida cities & counties fret over end of property tax: 'Do they want us to hold bake sales?'
Cities like Lake Worth Beach and counties across Florida are in a small panic over how to make up revenue if property taxes are eliminated in Florida. "Lake Worth Beach is one the cities that is on a ...
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PTAG Provides A Strategic Approach That Can Alleviate Florida Property Owners' Tax Challenges
Property Tax Alliance Group's Tim Hart and Jeff Nelson speak on different strategies to help Florida property owners stay ...
This state could preview path to abolish property tax
On Florida Live's 'Playbook Tuesday,' POLITICO reporter Kimberly Leonard, author of the Florida Playbook newsletter, joined ...
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The end of property taxes?
Gov. DeSantis has achieved extraordinary results in his six years. Ending property taxes would be the clincher.
DeSantis calls for property tax cuts while local governments brace for potential revenue loss
Florida's property tax system could be in for a major overhaul, but lawmakers are taking a cautious approach to ensure they "get it right." ...
Florida’s Live Local Act is broken. Can it be fixed?
New bills filed in the Florida Legislature this session would bolster the tax incentives from the original Live Local Act ...