Ron DeSantis Unveils Plan to Eliminate Homestead Property Taxes in Florida

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a sweeping new tax cut proposal aimed at eliminating property taxes on homestead properties across the state. The plan would first exempt the initial $250,000 of a primary residence’s value, with a longer-term goal of fully removing the tax if approved by voters.

DeSantis is calling a special legislative session to advance the measure to the November ballot, where it would require 60% voter approval to take effect. He says the plan would not involve raising other taxes and proposes using a state trust fund to help local governments offset potential revenue losses for essential services like police and schools.

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Florida Property Tax Elimination: DeSantis Plan 2026 (Updated May 2026)

Florida’s property tax elimination plan for 2026 could make Florida the first state with no income tax AND no property tax on homes. HJR 203 passed the House 80-30 but died in the Senate. After lawmakers finish the overdue state budget in late May, Governor DeSantis says he will call a dedicated property tax special session by the end of July — keeping a November 2026 ballot measure alive. What does this mean for your home, your taxes, and your community?

Article Contents:

• 1. What’s Being Proposed
• 2. How This Affects Your Taxes
• 3. Timeline & Process
• 4. How Would Florida Pay?
• 5. Pros and Cons
• 6. Your Action Steps
• 7. Frequently Asked Questions

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