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Republicans say property taxes have gotten too high. Local governments are concerned the attempt to reduce them would harm their ability to provide important services.
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The legislation still has a long way to go, and it's already receiving Republican opposition.
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Critics worry eliminating or reducing the property tax would limit local governmental services.
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Florida voters will have the final say. Property tax proposals are expected to appear on the 2026 election ballot.
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The statute would require the governor's annual budget recommendations to include cost-savings measures. The Legislature would be required to consider them.
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The Republican-led panel could make Florida's Republican-favoring congressional map even more Republican.
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A lawmaker representing Miami says it's 'very likely' he will file legislation aimed at getting rid of HOAs.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his pick on Tuesday morning, and Tampa state Sen. Jay Collins was sworn in shortly after.
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CFO Blaise Ingoglia is responsible for overseeing the state's finances, insurance regulation, and even fire safety enforcement.
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Activists who organized the protest advocated that those in attendance consider employing civil disobedience in response to Florida's controversial new immigration detention centers.
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They include a ban on communities adding fluoride to drinking water and prohibiting elementary and middle school students from using cellphones in schools.
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Florida lawmakers are expected to vote on next year's budget and a tax package on Monday. It comes two weeks before a government shutdown deadline.