FL H0787

Removes constitutional authority for counties and school districts to levy ad valorem (property) taxes in Florida, requiring a statewide voter referendum to approve the change

Eliminates the current 10-mill cap on county property taxes and the 10-mill cap on school district property taxes from the state constitution

Retains ad valorem taxing authority for municipalities (10-mill cap), water management districts (0.05-1.0 mill depending on region), and voter-approved special districts

Removes counties from provisions allowing economic development and historic preservation tax exemptions, leaving only municipalities with that authority

Deletes language allowing counties furnishing municipal services to levy additional taxes within municipal limits