• What Happened: The Florida House passed HJR 203 with an 80-30 vote, proposing a constitutional amendment to phase out all non-school property taxes on primary residences over 10 years beginning January 1, 2027.
  • Why It Matters: The proposal would increase the homestead exemption by $100,000 annually for a decade, applying only to primary residences, not commercial properties, second homes, or rentals.
  • Bottom Line: The measure must pass the Senate before heading to Florida voters in November, where it needs 60% approval to become law.

Florida Republicans just took a massive swing for homeowners across the Sunshine State, and if voters approve it, property taxes on primary residences could be completely gone within a decade.

The Florida House passed HJR 203 on February 19 with an 80-30 vote, sending a proposed constitutional amendment toward the November ballot that would phase out all non-school ad valorem property taxes on homesteaded properties over 10 years. The plan, introduced by Representative Monique Miller, would increase the homestead exemption by $100,000 every year starting January 1, 2027, until the tax is fully eliminated.

Every Republican voted to put more money back in the pockets of Florida homeowners. Democrats voted against it.

The proposal applies strictly to primary residences. Commercial properties, second homes, and rental properties are not included, meaning the relief is targeted directly at everyday Floridians living in the homes they own.

Critics, primarily on the left, warn that eliminating these taxes could squeeze funding for local services like police and fire departments, potentially forcing local governments to shift toward higher sales taxes or increased taxes on non-homesteaded properties. It is a fair point worth watching as the debate moves forward.

But for Florida homeowners who have watched their property tax bills climb alongside skyrocketing home values, this proposal represents the kind of bold relief that most politicians only talk about.

The measure now heads to the Florida Senate. If it clears that chamber it will appear on the November ballot, where it will need 60% voter approval to become law.

Florida keeps proving why people are leaving high-tax blue states and heading south.