Amendment 3

Proposed Property Tax Amendment — HJR 1F

Proposed Property Tax Amendment:

What you need to know about HJR 1F
Florida voters will decide on this proposed constitutional amendment on November 3, 2026
60%
VOTER APPROVAL
REQUIRED TO PASS

At a glance: Proposed changes

Homestead
Exemption

Increases the exemption amount for properties with homestead exemption.

Non-Homestead
Assessment Cap

For non-homesteaded properties, the annual assessment cap would change from 10% to 5%.

Florida Residency
Requirements

Additional residency requirements would apply for new Florida residents after January 1, 2027.

School
Taxes

No changes to school taxes. Exemption amount remains at $25,000.

Homestead exemption amounts if approved

2027
$150,000
Homestead exemption
beginning January 1, 2027
2028
$250,000
Homestead exemption
beginning January 1, 2028
If approved by voters, applies to non-school taxes only.
Exemption amounts would apply to qualifying homestead properties only and are subject to the requirements of the Constitution and implementing legislation.

Important dates

November 3, 2026

Election Day

Voters will decide on the
proposed constitutional
amendment.

January 1, 2027

Effective Date

If approved by 60% of
voters, the amendment
would take place.

November 2027

First Tax Bills

Changes would first be
reflected on 2027 tax bills
if approved.

For informational purposes only. The Manatee County Property Appraiser's office does not support or oppose any ballot measures.

For more information download the Proposed 2026 Florida Property Tax Amendment FAQ