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FL S1746

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

3/14/2022

Primary Sponsor

Finance and Tax

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Origin

Senate

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to the Florida State Constitution (Article VII, Section 6) to authorize the Legislature to grant an additional homestead property tax exemption of up to $50,000 on assessed value between $100,000 and $150,000 for specified public service workers
  • Eligible professions include classroom teachers, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, firefighters, child welfare services professionals, active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and Florida National Guard members
  • The additional exemption applies to all property tax levies except school district levies
  • Requires the property owner to hold legal or equitable title and maintain the homestead as a permanent residence for themselves or a legal/natural dependent
  • The amendment would be placed on the ballot at the next general election for voter approval, with an effective date of January 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Homestead Property Tax Exemption

Last Action

Died in Appropriations

3/14/2022

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/11/2022
Finance and Tax1/26/2022

Full Bill Text

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