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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 18, 2026Hillsborough

2026 Florida gubernatorial candidates outline policy positions on taxes, immigration, and housing

Candidates for the 2026 Florida gubernatorial election have released competing policy platforms regarding property tax reform, insurance relief, Medicaid expansion, and minimum wage adjustments. These proposals represent the primary economic and social platforms currently being presented to voters for the upcoming election cycle.

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Why It Matters

The election results will determine the state's legislative and executive direction on critical issues including property tax rates, housing affordability, and healthcare access for Florida residents.

Key Facts

  • Candidates are proposing changes to property tax structures.
  • Insurance relief is a central theme in the economic platforms of the candidates.
  • Proposals include the potential expansion of Medicaid in Florida.
  • Candidates have stated positions regarding adjustments to the state minimum wage.
  • Housing affordability and policy are key components of the 2026 campaign platforms.
  • Immigration policy remains a primary point of distinction between the candidates.

Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Current Governor of Florida, term-limited.”personPaul Renner“Former Speaker of the Florida House and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personGwen Graham“David Jolly's running mate.”personJames Fishback“Investment firm founder and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personDonald Trump“U.S. President who endorsed Byron Donalds.”personByron Donalds“U.S. Representative and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”other53“Number of abortion clinics James Fishback vows to shut down.”personSean Lozano“James Fishback's running mate.”personJay Collins“Current Lt. Governor and Republican gubernatorial candidate.”personDavid Jolly“Former Congressman and Democratic gubernatorial candidate.”personDotie Joseph“Florida Representative and Democratic gubernatorial candidate.”locationFlorida“The state where the 2026 gubernatorial election is taking place.”other20“Percentage reduction in homeowners' insurance premiums proposed by Paul Renner.”