Florida's Amendment 5 proposes to link homestead exemption to inflation, potentially providing $40 annual tax break but reducing local government revenue by $23M.

Amendment 5 in Florida aims to reduce property taxes for homeowners by linking the homestead exemption to inflation. If passed, it could provide an estimated $40 annual tax break in Palm Beach County. However, local governments might lose around $23 million in revenue, impacting public services. The amendment excludes school district taxes and requires a 60% voter approval to be enacted in the upcoming election.

October 28, 2024
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