Property Taxes

This week on "The Florida Roundup," we spoke about the impact rising gas prices are having on Floridians, talked with Rep. Ryan Chamberlin about his push for a citizen-led campaign to put the elimination of property taxes up for a vote in 2028 and more.

The Hillsborough County Property Appraiser's office published a digital tool to help taxpayers "see the numbers," as lawmakers consider measures to reduce or eliminate property taxes in the state.

Florida House lawmakers have passed a sweeping property tax plan. The Senate isn’t on board — but has yet to share its own plan.

Pasco would lose as much as $480 million if the proposals pass. Tax Collector Mike Fasano expresses concern over the potential public services cutback this may cause.

With the elimination of property taxes still on tap in Tallahassee, a study shows billions of dollars in potential losses, with some counties standing to lose more than others.

The Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research estimates the elimination would result in a combined $18.3 billion annual loss in revenue for local governments.

Florida lawmakers have big choices to make: How to handle charter takeovers through the Schools of Hope program and what to do with property taxes.

While the House has released multiple proposals, House Speaker Daniel Perez, R-Miami, said he expects the House to put forward a single amendment.

“We have residents that are locked into their homes, because they can’t afford the taxes on a new residence,” DeSantis said. “Others have been priced out of the market entirely.”

On "The Florida Roundup," Senate President Ben Albritton, R-Wauchula, explained why he supports a special session for redistricting, digging into property tax reform and more.

Gov. Ron DeSantis wants a spring special session to craft a proposal to reduce Florida property taxes. The House thinks it should be done during the regular session, which starts Tuesday.

They include addressing school vouchers and cutting property taxes.