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Florida voters will decide on Amendment 3 on November 3, a proposal to raise the non-school homestead tax exemption from $50,000 to $250,000 by 2028. While supporters promise significant savings for homeowners, critics warn the measure will strip local governments of billions in revenue, forcing cuts to essential services like police, fire, and infrastructure. The amendment requires a 60% supermajority to pass.
A Leon County judge ruled that the ballot language for Florida’s Amendment 3 is misleading and must be rewritten by Attorney General James Uthmeier within 10 days. The ruling requires neutral descriptions instead of political slogans, though the measure remains on the November ballot. The amendment would raise the homestead exemption to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, requiring a 60% voter approval threshold. Opponents, including local government and law enforcement groups, warn the measure will drastically reduce revenue for public safety and infrastructure, while supporters argue it will lower home costs. The judge found the original summary inaccurately claimed the amendment would ensure funding for core services and fully eliminate non-school taxes, which the text does not guarantee.