The Florida House of Representatives has approved a major proposal that could dramatically reduce property taxes for homeowners across the state.
Lawmakers passed House Joint Resolution 203 (HJR 203) — a proposed constitutional amendment backed by Governor Ron DeSantis — that aims to eliminate non-school property taxes for homesteaded properties beginning January 1, 2027.
If approved by voters this November (it would need 60% support), homesteaded homeowners would no longer pay city and county property taxes. However, school taxes would remain, meaning property tax bills wouldn't drop to zero — but they could be reduced by roughly 35% to 50% or more.
House Speaker Daniel Perez called it "the most aggressive legislation ever passed by a legislative chamber on property taxes in the history of the United States."
The proposal now heads to the Senate. If it passes there, Florida voters will have the final say in November.
This is a significant proposal to watch if you own a homesteaded property in Florida — or are considering buying one. We'll continue to share updates as this moves through the legislative process.
Contact Team Kafka with questions about how potential tax changes could affect your homeownership plans.