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Florida House Approves Tax Cut, Senate Decision Looms

3/3/2026

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The Florida House passed House Joint Resolution 203 (HJR 203) to eliminate most homestead property taxes, potentially saving homeowners thousands.
The proposal now awaits the Florida Senate's decision, and Senate President Ben Albritton called HJR 203 a "fascinating" idea.
Critics, including Democrats, argue the measure could harm public safety and cost local governments over $13.3 billion annually, while DeSantis doubts passage this session and Senate leaders plan a less generous alternative.

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The Florida House passed House Joint Resolution 203 (HJR 203) to eliminate most homestead property taxes, potentially saving homeowners thousands.
The proposal now awaits the Florida Senate's decision, and Senate President Ben Albritton called HJR 203 a "fascinating" idea.
Critics, including Democrats, argue the measure could harm public safety and cost local governments over $13.3 billion annually, while DeSantis doubts passage this session and Senate leaders plan a less generous alternative.