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FL S1686
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
- Proposes a Florida constitutional amendment to grant up to a $10,000 ad valorem (property tax) homestead exemption to honorably discharged veterans who have received specified combat medals
- Qualifying medals include the Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, Air Force Cross, Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Service Medal with Combat V, Silver Star, Legion of Merit with Combat V, Distinguished Flying Cross, and Bronze Star with Combat V
- Applicants must submit official U.S. government documentation of medal receipt and proof of honorable discharge to the county property appraiser by March 1; the Legislature may waive the annual application requirement in subsequent years
- If a qualifying veteran predeceases their spouse, the exemption carries over to the surviving spouse as long as they hold title to and permanently reside on the homestead property and do not remarry; the exemption may transfer to a new homestead if the surviving spouse relocates
- The amendment would be submitted to Florida voters at the next general election and, if approved, would take effect January 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Ad Valorem Tax
Last Action
Died in Appropriations
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Appropriations2/19/2024
Finance and Tax1/29/2024
Full Bill Text
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