NewsMySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)August 14, 2026Sarasota County
Judge orders rewrite of Florida Amendment 3 ballot language to remove political rhetoric
Leon County Circuit Judge David Frank has ordered Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier to revise the ballot language for Amendment 3, citing the original text as 'clearly and conclusively defective.' The updated language clarifies the timeline for homestead exemption increases, removes subjective claims about taxpayer benefits, and specifies how property tax revenue must be allocated.
Read the full story at MySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)Why It Matters
Voters will see more specific details regarding the phase-in of increases and new restrictions on how local governments can spend property tax revenue on the November 3 general election ballot.
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Who's Mentioned
personDavid Frank“Ordered the rewrite of the Amendment 3 ballot language.”organizationSave Our Services“Organization opposing the amendment.”personJackson Peel“Member of Save Our Services who challenged the original language.”personJames Uthmeier“Ordered to rewrite the ballot language.”organizationWCTV“Reported on the court order.”