Florida lawmakers to nix property taxes? Get real

Florida lawmakers, led by Governor Ron DeSantis, are pushing a proposal to eliminate property taxes through a 2026 constitutional referendum, claiming it will free homeowners from paying just to “use” their property. However, this idea has been heavily criticized as unrealistic and misleading, since property taxes fund essential services like schools, police, fire departments, and local infrastructure—totaling around $55 billion annually. Critics argue that alternatives, such as doubling the sales tax or introducing an income tax, are either insufficient or politically impossible. The proposal is seen more as political theater than serious policy, diverting attention from real issues like Florida’s growing property insurance crisis. Fir more information click here.