Florida Legislature Approves Property Tax Amendment for November 2026 Ballot

June 2, 2026 Could Become One of the Most Important Dates for Florida Homeowners

On June 2, 2026, both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate approved a proposed constitutional amendment that could significantly expand Florida's homestead exemption and potentially reduce property taxes for millions of homeowners.

With legislative approval complete, the proposal will now appear on the statewide ballot on November 3, 2026, where Florida voters will make the final decision.

For homeowners across Miami-Dade County and the rest of Florida, this is one of the most significant property tax measures to reach the ballot in decades.

However, despite the legislative approval, nothing has changed yet.

Florida property taxes continue to operate under current law until voters decide the issue this November.

What Happened on June 2, 2026?

The proposal moved quickly through a special legislative session called by Governor Ron DeSantis.

Timeline

May 27, 2026

Governor DeSantis announced the proposal and called a special session of the Florida Legislature.

June 1–2, 2026

The Legislature met in special session to consider the amendment.

June 2, 2026

Both the Florida House and Florida Senate approved the constitutional amendment proposal.

The approval allows the measure to move directly to Florida voters.

November 3, 2026

Florida voters will decide whether the amendment becomes part of the Florida Constitution.

The measure must receive at least 60% statewide voter approval to pass.

What Would the Amendment Do?

If approved by voters, the proposal would increase Florida's homestead exemption in phases.

Proposed Changes

January 1, 2027

Homestead exemption increases to $150,000.

January 1, 2028

Homestead exemption increases to $250,000.

The proposal applies to qualifying homesteaded primary residences.

What Has Not Changed

This is the most important point for homeowners today:

Nothing has changed yet.

As of June 2026:

• Current homestead exemption rules remain in place
• Property appraisers continue using existing law
• Local governments continue operating under current budgets
• Property tax bills remain unchanged

The proposal cannot take effect unless Florida voters approve it in November.

What Are the Chances Voters Approve It?

At this stage, there is no reliable statewide polling showing whether the amendment will pass.

However, several facts are worth noting.

Factors That Could Help Approval

• Property tax relief is generally popular with homeowners
• Florida has experienced significant increases in property values and tax bills in recent years
• Many homeowners are actively looking for tax relief

Factors That Could Make Passage More Difficult

• Constitutional amendments require a high 60% threshold
• Local governments may raise concerns about lost revenue
• School districts and public service advocates may question long-term funding impacts
• Opponents may argue that replacement funding sources remain unclear

The proposal appears likely to generate significant debate between now and Election Day.

The ultimate outcome remains uncertain.

Why This Matters in Miami-Dade County

Miami-Dade homeowners have experienced substantial increases in property values over the past decade.

As values rise, property taxes often rise as well.

If approved, the amendment could reduce the taxable value of many owner-occupied homes, potentially lowering annual property tax obligations.

The exact impact would vary depending on:

• Assessed value
• Existing exemptions
• Local millage rates
• Future implementation rules

The November Vote Will Decide Everything

The Florida Legislature has completed its role.

The decision now moves to Florida voters.

On November 3, 2026, Floridians will decide whether this proposal becomes part of the state constitution.

Until then, homeowners should continue planning under current property tax rules.

The Bottom Line

June 2, 2026 marked a major milestone in Florida property tax policy.

On that day, both chambers of the Florida Legislature approved a proposed constitutional amendment that could significantly expand homestead exemptions for Florida homeowners.

The measure now heads to the November 2026 ballot, where it must receive at least 60% voter approval to pass.

For now, nothing changes.

But if voters approve the amendment, June 2, 2026 could ultimately be remembered as one of the most consequential dates for Florida homeowners in decades.

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