NewsWFLA News PoliticsAugust 4, 2026Hillsborough
Judge orders rewrite of Florida property tax ballot measure language
A judge has ordered a rewrite of the ballot language for a proposed Florida property tax amendment to improve transparency. The ruling follows a legal challenge led by former state Senator Jeff Brandes, who sought clearer descriptions for voters.
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The ruling changes how the proposed property tax amendment will be presented to voters on the ballot, potentially altering how the public perceives the measure's impact on their tax obligations.
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personRon DeSantis“Proposed an alternative version of the tax measure.”personJeff Brandes“Challenged the original ballot language for lack of transparency.”personGrady Judd“Publicly opposed Amendment 3, citing a lack of financial analysis.”organizationSave Our Services – No on 3“Opposes the amendment and advocates for clear ballot language.”personCord Byrd“Office declined to comment on pending litigation.”personJames Uthmeier“Stated his office is reviewing the court's order to rewrite the ballot language.”locationFlorida“Jurisdiction where the property tax measure is being challenged.”personJackson Peel“Issued a statement supporting the court's ruling.”