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Florida Lawmaker Leads Push to Eliminate Property Taxes

PUBLISHED Apr 6, 2026, 5:10 PM ET

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Tallahassee — State Rep. Ryan Chamberlin announced April 1 he will lead a citizen-led constitutional amendment effort to ban property taxes in Florida, saying he will seek roughly 900,000 petition signatures to place a measure on the 2028 ballot after the regular session failed to reach agreement. The announcement follows competing Republican proposals and Democratic warnings about funding impacts for schools, police and fire services; Chamberlin filed HJR 787 and has discussed alternatives including transaction fees, sales and tourism taxes, and the campaign will begin signature collection ahead of a potential 2028 vote.

By Najma A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Regular Florida legislative session ends without agreement on property tax reform.
During the legislative session Rep. Chamberlin filed HJR 787 to prohibit ad valorem taxes.
April 1 — Chamberlin publicly announces a citizen-led petition to eliminate property taxes.
Companion proposal HB 791 and discussions propose transaction fees, sales or tourism taxes as replacements.
Signature-gathering and debates continue ahead of an anticipated 2028 ballot effort.

News Intelligence

If you own property in Florida, this could affect your wallet. No property taxes could mean more money in your pocket. But, it could also mean less funding for schools, police, and fire services. Keep an eye on this issue as it develops.

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Who Benefited

Homeowners and some taxpayers would benefit from reduced property tax bills, while entities tied to tourism or state-collected taxes could see increased economic activity depending on chosen replacement revenues.

Who Impacted

Local governments, school districts, and public services risk funding shortfalls if property tax revenue is eliminated without secured and sustainable replacement sources.