Bill > H0787

This joint resolution proposes amendments to the Florida State Constitution that would remove counties' and school districts' authority to levy ad valorem taxes (property taxes). Specifically, the resolution would modify Sections 3, 4, 6, and 9 of Article VII by striking out references to counties' taxing powers and eliminating provisions that allow counties and school districts to impose property taxes. The proposed changes would restrict ad valorem tax levying authority to municipalities and special districts, effectively preventing counties and school districts from collecting property taxes. The resolution mandates that these constitutional changes be submitted to Florida voters for approval or rejection at the next general election or a specially authorized election. If approved, this amendment would significantly alter local government funding mechanisms by preventing counties and school districts from directly collecting property tax revenue, which could potentially require alternative funding sources for local government and educational services.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/787