Florida Democratic Party votes to oppose property tax amendment

The Florida Democratic Party has voted to formally oppose Amendment 3, the measure designed to expand the homestead exemption for non-school property taxes and set the state on a path towards eliminating those taxes. A statement released by the party Monday said members adopted the position over the weekend amid concern the amendment would remove [

By: Mitch Perry

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: July 20, 2026

Words: 433

Last Updated: 1 month ago


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The Florida Democratic Party has voted to formally oppose Amendment 3, the measure designed to expand the homestead exemption for non-school property taxes and set the state on a path towards eliminating those taxes.

A statement released by the party Monday said members adopted the position over the weekend amid concern the amendment would remove billions of dollars from local governments that fund public safety and other essential services.

“We need real …

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