Why Ron DeSantis’ Dream of Eliminating Property Taxes Is in Serious Trouble

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in a dimly lit war-room style setting, standing over a large table covered with 2026 ballot mock-ups, property tax amendment papers scattered everywhere, a Florida state map pinned to the wall with red strings and pins, intense expression, dramatic lighting

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has spent much of 2025 loudly calling for the complete elimination of property taxes on primary (homestead) residences — at least the roughly 54% of the bill that doesn’t go to K-12 schools. He wants voters to decide the issue with a single, bold constitutional amendment on the November 2026 ballot. … Read more