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NewsFort Myers Beach TalkMay 27, 2026Florida

Governor DeSantis Calls Special Legislative Session to Increase Homestead Tax Exemption

Governor Ron DeSantis has scheduled a special session of the Florida Legislature for the week of June 1 to propose a constitutional amendment increasing the homestead property tax exemption. The proposed change would raise the exemption limit from the current $50,000 to $250,000 of a property's assessed value.

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Why It Matters

If passed by the legislature and approved by voters, this amendment would increase the portion of a primary residence's value that is exempt from property taxes, potentially lowering tax bills for eligible homeowners.

Key Facts

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Who's Mentioned

personRon DeSantis“Announced the special session to consider the tax exemption increase.”organizationFlorida Legislature“The body called to convene for the special session.”