Taxes
‘You’re going to have something on the ballot’: Gov. DeSantis pushes Florida property tax cuts as key affordability fix
Read full article: ‘You’re going to have something on the ballot’: Gov. DeSantis pushes Florida property tax cuts as key affordability fixDuring a news conference Wednesday in St. Augustine, News4JAX was able to ask Gov. Ron DeSantis about how he plans to improve affordability for Floridians.
Politics & Power: Florida’s high-stakes property tax gamble
Read full article: Politics & Power: Florida’s high-stakes property tax gambleThe coming year will reveal how much risk Floridians are willing to accept for lower property taxes, whether they support replacing lost revenue with higher consumption or targeted taxes, and how they want to balance local autonomy with state oversight.
Tax tips you need to know
Read full article: Tax tips you need to knowSome of the biggest tax changes in years could hit your federal return right now. From untaxed tips and overtime to a new incentive for new-car buyers, to a bigger child tax credit, Consumer Reports breaks down what it means for you, and what to do if you end up owing Uncle Sam.
St. Augustine commissioners to discuss potential impacts of proposed property tax changes
Read full article: St. Augustine commissioners to discuss potential impacts of proposed property tax changesSt. Augustine commissioners will hold a special meeting later this month to discuss the potential impacts of proposed property tax changes that are currently under consideration by the Florida Legislature.
Breaking down the biggest changes that could affect your tax refund
Read full article: Breaking down the biggest changes that could affect your tax refundAlthough you have until April to file your 2025 taxes, some big changes you could see this year mean you should probably start sooner than later getting everything together.
NUMBER OF THE WEEK | #AskJAXTDY: Property tax spending on schools?
Read full article: NUMBER OF THE WEEK | #AskJAXTDY: Property tax spending on schools?This Number of the Week is also an #AskJAXTDY. Jacksonville Today reader Jane G. wonders what happens to the money Duval Schools collects from property taxes.
Byron Donalds speaks in Ponte Vedra on Florida immigration enforcement, property taxes, vaccine mandates
Read full article: Byron Donalds speaks in Ponte Vedra on Florida immigration enforcement, property taxes, vaccine mandatesByron Donalds, Florida Representative and GOP candidate for governor endorsed by President Donald Trump, recently discussed key issues shaping the state’s future, including immigration enforcement, property taxes, and vaccination policies.
Expert weighs in on property taxes debate as it takes center stage at this year’s legislative session
Read full article: Expert weighs in on property taxes debate as it takes center stage at this year’s legislative sessionThe property tax debate is center stage at this year’s legislative session in Tallahassee. People in favor of cutting property taxes say it will provide relief and allow for true home ownership. Those against the move worry it will put an undue burden on cities and affect the ability to fund essential services for schools, police, fire, and rescue.
Florida governor candidate promises 50% ‘Sin Tax.’ Here’s what to know
Read full article: Florida governor candidate promises 50% ‘Sin Tax.’ Here’s what to knowFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ term ends this year, and several candidates are already busy with their campaigns to replace him — including one man who’s promising a 50% “Sin Tax.”
Florida’s legislative session kicks off Tuesday with property taxes topping the agenda
Read full article: Florida’s legislative session kicks off Tuesday with property taxes topping the agendaA contentious debate over property taxes is at the heart of this year’s legislative session, which is set to begin Tuesday in Tallahassee.
‘Too expensive for Floridians’: Jacksonville rep pushes back against DeSantis ahead of his ‘State of the State’ address
Read full article: ‘Too expensive for Floridians’: Jacksonville rep pushes back against DeSantis ahead of his ‘State of the State’ addressJust one day before Florida’s 2026 legislative session begins in Tallahassee, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a notable decrease in statewide homeowners’ insurance premiums, which comes as the governor prepares for his “State of the State Address,” which is scheduled for Tuesday. In response, Jacksonville-based State Representative Angie Nixon held an online rebuttal to the governor’s press conference. Joined by healthcare workers, parents, and former Florida representatives, Nixon argued that the governor’s policies are not benefiting working families in Florida.
From lowering the age to buy guns to vaccine mandates: Here’s what Florida lawmakers will consider at upcoming session
Read full article: From lowering the age to buy guns to vaccine mandates: Here’s what Florida lawmakers will consider at upcoming sessionFrom changing vaccine requirements to eliminating property taxes, the upcoming Florida Legislative Session is expected to be a hectic 60 days for state lawmakers.
Eliminating Florida property taxes could spike home prices 9% and deepen affordability crisis, experts warn
Read full article: Eliminating Florida property taxes could spike home prices 9% and deepen affordability crisis, experts warnA fast-moving proposal backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to eliminate property taxes on owner-occupied homes is drawing mixed reactions from Floridians and fresh warnings from housing experts who say the plan could worsen the state’s affordability crisis.
Florida House committee advances property tax cut proposals previously scrutinized by DeSantis
Read full article: Florida House committee advances property tax cut proposals previously scrutinized by DeSantisA series of proposals aimed at eliminating or reducing non-school homestead property taxes advanced out of a House committee on Thursday, as local-government officials warned about having to decrease services because of potentially billions of dollars in lost revenue.
UNF Poll: Housing costs ranked most important problem facing Florida; voters divided over eliminating property taxes
Read full article: UNF Poll: Housing costs ranked most important problem facing Florida; voters divided over eliminating property taxesA new University of North Florida Public Opinion Research Lab (PORL) poll found that housing costs and property taxes are the most important problems facing Florida.
DeSantis dismisses property tax proposals brought forth by Florida House, calls approach ‘political game’
Read full article: DeSantis dismisses property tax proposals brought forth by Florida House, calls approach ‘political game’Gov. Ron DeSantis late Wednesday dismissed a series of proposed constitutional amendments released last week by the Florida House to cut property taxes.
Florida lawmakers propose multiple property tax changes, emphasize leaving choices up to voters
Read full article: Florida lawmakers propose multiple property tax changes, emphasize leaving choices up to votersProperty taxes have been a major topic of discussion in Florida this year. In a recent memo, Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez addressed the hot topic and revealed that several House members filed a series of joint resolutions and a bill aimed at property tax relief. The proposals build on the work of the select committee tasked by Gov. DeSantis to find solutions to property tax reform.
One vote changed everything: Jacksonville City Council passes $2B budget after 13-hour deadlock
Read full article: One vote changed everything: Jacksonville City Council passes $2B budget after 13-hour deadlockJacksonville’s $2 billion budget passed after nearly 14 hours of debate and a last-minute vote change from Councilman Will Lahnen. The meeting included heated discussion over a controversial bath of amendments and a narrow vote to cut property taxes. Here’s how it all unfolded
2 Camden County commissioners say they’re against plan to raise property taxes by more than 18%
Read full article: 2 Camden County commissioners say they’re against plan to raise property taxes by more than 18%The Camden County Board of Commissioners announced last week that it has tentatively agreed to adopt new millage rates for 2025 that would increase property taxes.
CFO says Jacksonville has overtaxed its residents by $200M. Mayor Deegan says he didn’t show his work
Read full article: CFO says Jacksonville has overtaxed its residents by $200M. Mayor Deegan says he didn’t show his workFlorida’s Chief Financial Officer visited Jacksonville on Wednesday and made a big claim, saying the city has overtaxed its residents by more than $200 million over the past five years.
Glynn County’s hotel/motel tax rises to 7% in July
Read full article: Glynn County’s hotel/motel tax rises to 7% in JulyGlynn County’s Hotel/Motel Tax will rise from 5% to 7% beginning July 1, 2025, following the signing of House Bill 732 by Gov. Brian Kemp on May 1. The new rate applies to all qualifying room nights starting July 1, even if reservations were made or prepaid before that date.
Politics & Power: Promises made, promises kept & promises languishing in Trump’s 1st 100 days of 2nd term
Read full article: Politics & Power: Promises made, promises kept & promises languishing in Trump’s 1st 100 days of 2nd termNews4JAX political analyst and head of the Jacksonville University Public Policy Institute Rick Mullaney joins me for this week’s episode of “Politics & Power” to break down all the issues in the president’s first 100 days.
Florida lawmakers remain at odds over budget, taking the week off
Read full article: Florida lawmakers remain at odds over budget, taking the week offFlorida lawmakers are still nowhere close to agreeing on a budget for the next fiscal year. That means the legislative session that was supposed to wrap up Friday will not end on time.
IRS extends tax deadline to May 1 for Florida, Georgia due to hurricanes
Read full article: IRS extends tax deadline to May 1 for Florida, Georgia due to hurricanesThe Internal Revenue Service extended the tax deadline to May 1 for all of Florida and Georgia due to the hurricanes that affected the states.
Gov. DeSantis calls on Florida Legislature to direct $5 billion for property tax relief
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis calls on Florida Legislature to direct $5 billion for property tax reliefFlorida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Monday morning to call for immediate property tax relief for homestead owners.
Lucky enough to be getting a tax refund? Here’s how to make the most of it
Read full article: Lucky enough to be getting a tax refund? Here’s how to make the most of itFrom paying off debt to investing in your home, the choices are endless, but which gives you the biggest bang for your buck? Consumer Reports breaks down the best ways to make every dollar count.
Survey finds that Gen Z is targeted by AI-driven tax scams
Read full article: Survey finds that Gen Z is targeted by AI-driven tax scamsA new survey by McAfee reveals that Gen Z, despite being tech-savvy, is the most targeted group for AI-driven tax scams, with scammers using fake IRS communications to steal personal information.
Study shows Jacksonville emerged as top tourist destination in 2024
Read full article: Study shows Jacksonville emerged as top tourist destination in 2024Jacksonville is rapidly gaining recognition as a popular tourist destination, with many visitors expressing a strong desire to return to the River City.
DeSantis again expresses support for reducing or eliminating property taxes during State of the State address
Read full article: DeSantis again expresses support for reducing or eliminating property taxes during State of the State addressGov. Ron DeSantis and other Republicans recently have floated the idea of eliminating or reducing local-government property taxes.
Florida lawmakers to consider ordering study on impacts of eliminating property taxes
Read full article: Florida lawmakers to consider ordering study on impacts of eliminating property taxesA Senate Republican on Tuesday filed a proposal that would lead to studying the possibility of eliminating property taxes in Florida.