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Florida Sheriffs Association Warns of Funding Cuts Under Proposed Property Tax Amendment

On Monday, the Florida Sheriffs Association released a statement saying they were "significantly concerned" about Amendment 3, warning it could allow Tallahassee to control local budgets and create longer law enforcement response times.
Gov. Ron DeSantis championed the proposal to increase homestead exemptions to $250,000 by 2028; however, economists estimate the tax cuts could cost cities and counties $12 billion without a clear revenue replacement plan.
The FSA joins a growing coalition of opponents, including the Florida State Fraternal Order of Police, Florida Professional Firefighters, and the Florida Fire Chiefs Association, who argue the measure threatens vital emergency services.
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri questioned the lack of protections for public safety funding, while Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd warned the proposal could have "unintended consequences" devastating service delivery.
Voters will decide on Amendment 3 this November, where it requires 60 percent approval to pass; currently, no organized campaign has emerged to lead support for the tax-slashing measure.

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Tampa Bay Times

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Florida cop, firefighter groups sound alarm over property tax cut amendment

Public safety is the largest budget item in 80% of Florida’s communities, according to the “Vote No on 3″ campaign.

6 hours ago·Saint Petersburg, United States

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Orlando Sentinel

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Florida sheriffs ‘significantly concerned’ with amendment rolling back property taxes

The powerful Florida Sheriff’s Association is the latest group to criticize the November ballot measure to roll back property taxes, joining what has been a drumbeat of opposition from law enforcement and first responder organizations.

6 hours ago·Deerfield Beach, United States

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