In Summary:
A new study by Wichita State University warns that proposed cuts to Florida’s homestead property taxes could result in significant revenue losses for municipalities that rely on the taxes to fund public safety and essential services. Property taxes account for about 43% of municipal general fund revenue and are often the only stable, locally controlled funding source for cities. The study’s release coincides with legislative momentum behind multiple property tax relief proposals that could ultimately go before voters.
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