NewsMySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)August 4, 2026Sarasota County
Judge orders rewrite of Florida property tax amendment ballot language
Leon County Circuit Judge David Frank ruled that the proposed ballot language for a property tax relief amendment is defective and must be rewritten. The ruling prevents the current version of the amendment's text from appearing on the ballot in its present form.
Read the full story at MySuncoast / WWSB (ABC Sarasota)Why It Matters
The ruling directly impacts how voters will read and understand the property tax amendment on their ballots, as the court found the original language failed to clearly explain the measure's intent.
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Who's Mentioned
locationFlorida“Jurisdiction of the property tax amendment”personDavid Frank“Ruled the ballot language defective.”organizationFlorida Department of State“Declined to comment pending litigation.”organizationSave Our Services“Opposes Amendment 3, citing concerns over local service funding.”personJackson Peel“Applauded the ruling and warned of potential future lawsuits.”personEdwin Benton“Stated voters deserve fair language and noted potential impacts on local service”locationLeon County“Location of the circuit court”organizationFlorida Sheriffs Association“Voiced concerns regarding the amendment.”personDavid O’Keefe“Stated the original ballot language was not fair, clear, or accurate.”personJeff Brandes“Commented on the precedent regarding advocacy language in ballot measures.”