June 2, 2026 

COUNTY 

Tallahassee Democrat 

Leon County commissioners blast DeSantis property tax cuts 

Leon County Commissioners are making themselves heard amid the ongoing special session focusing on a major cut in property taxes that could leave local governments in the lurch. 

 

WTXL 

Leon County kicks off 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season preparedness push 

Residents are urged to build hurricane preparedness kits and make evacuation plans ahead of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season. 

 

Tampa Free Press 

Pasco County Drops Brand-New Interactive Disaster Guide As 2026 Hurricane Season Begins 

The 2026 hurricane season has officially started, prompting Pasco County Emergency Management to urge residents to begin their storm preparations immediately.   

 

PROPERTY TAXES 

Gulf Shore Business 

Florida counties face major losses from tax proposal  

The Florida Association of Counties went on the offensive against a proposed constitutional amendment that would eliminate most property taxes, even before the Legislature votes on whether to place the measure on the Nov. 3 ballot.   

 

Ocala Star Banner 

Florida lawmakers vote on DeSantis property tax overhaul. Live updates 

Cities and counties are bracing as Florida lawmakers are poised to vote June 2 on a revised version of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ property tax overhaul, which aims to deliver relief to homeowners even as local officials warn it could force difficult budget choices.   

 

Florida Politics 

House committee advances Ron DeSantis’ property tax plan but adds protections for schools 

Public comment on DeSantis’ plan was overwhelmingly against it. Republicans were not moved 

Florida Politics 

Senate panel advances Governor’s property tax proposal with changes and doubts, but axes $5.5M to promote the plan 

‘This is the Governor’s proposal.’ 

 

Florida Phoenix 

DeSantis’ property tax plan will hurt small businesses, make Florida ‘more unaffordable,’ says advocates 

“We know this is a tax shift,” said Jeff Scala, deputy director with FAC in a webinar with members. “They’re framing this as a tax cut.” 

 

South Florida Reporter 

Legislature Changes The Math On Property Tax Plan To Protect Schools From Desantis’ Proposal  

The Florida Legislature is moving quickly to put into play a revamped proposal pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to drastically reduce property taxes, homestead and otherwise, with potential final passage as early as Tuesday. 

 

WUSF 

DeSantis tax plan could cost Suncoast counties $380 million in 2 years 

Local government officials are pushing back on a plan by Gov. Ron DeSantis to eliminate property taxes for many Floridians, saying the sweeping cuts would cripple basic services that range from classrooms to hospitals and libraries. 

 

First Coast News 

Northeast Florida leaders warn of local budget impacts under DeSantis’ property tax proposal 

While the special session gets underway, city and county leaders on the First Coast are already sharing their concerns with the governor’s property tax proposal. 

 

Merced Sun Star 

DeSantis’ property tax measure would strip power from local governments  

TALLAHASSEE – City and county governments across Florida are sounding the alarm on the proposal by Gov. Ron DeSantis to drastically cut homeowners’ property taxes, force them to follow a state-approved formula for future tax assessments and dictate how those dollars are spent. 

  

LEGISLATION 

Crete News 

FY 26-27 budget done, vetoes are coming, and property tax debate lies ahead  

The Florida Legislature signed off on a $114.5 billion budget Friday afternoon, even as some legislators worried it falls short of doing enough for schools, healthcare, and the environment. 

 

St. Lucie News Tribune 

Florida city’s beauty, success comes from local decisions | Opinion 

I have often said that what defines Vero Beach is not simply where we are, but how we choose to shape our future. At City Council meetings, cultural events and planning discussions, our focus is protecting the exceptional quality of life generations have built. 

 

News 4 Jax 

Here are all the new Florida laws taking effect next month 

Nearly 90 new laws set to take effect on July 1, 2026