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NewsWUSF — Tampa Bay NPR (Local & State)October 25, 2026Hillsborough County

Florida Amendment 3 proposes homestead exemption expansion alongside property tax and revenue restrictions

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Amendment 3 on the November ballot would increase Florida's homestead exemption for homeowners to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, while lowering the assessment increase cap for non-homestead properties and restricting local government tax revenue usage. Proponents argue the measure offers necessary financial relief amid rising costs, whereas opponents and local officials warn it could trigger millions in revenue losses and subsequent cuts to children's services, parks, and libraries.

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Why It Matters

Qualifying homeowners could save hundreds to thousands of dollars annually on property taxes, while local governments face projected revenue reductions exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars that currently fund public safety, parks, libraries, and subsidized child care programs.

Key Facts

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Who's Mentioned

OrganizationFlorida Policy Institute“Estimated that Children's Services Councils and trusts could lose significant re”PersonJeannina Perez“Warned about potential negative effects of Amendment 3 on families with young ch”OrganizationWinter Park Community Center“Highlighted by Nicole Varma as a vital low-cost activity provider for her childr”locationOrange County“Estimated property tax revenue reductions of about $165 million in 2027 and $275”OrganizationChildren's Services Councils“Estimated by the Florida Policy Institute to face millions in revenue losses.”locationLake County“Home to supporters and officials warning of possible cuts to community events an”locationSeminole County“Mentioned as relying on property taxes for public safety, transportation, and pa”OrganizationMomsRising“Represented by Jeannina Perez in opposing Amendment 3.”PersonCory Rodriguez“Stated the amendment would save his family money that could be put toward childr”PersonNicole Varma“Expressed concern over potential cuts to affordable community programs and child”