Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has made headlines with his proposal that could significantly impact local budgets. With an established record of managing a balanced budget, low spending, and minimal taxes, DeSantis is now considering a substantial change to the state’s tax system.

In his latest move, Governor DeSantis is advocating for a major reduction in Florida’s property taxes, a revenue source that constitutes roughly 75% of local tax income. This proposal has been in development for over a year.

In June, the state’s legislature, dominated by Republicans, approved a modified version of DeSantis’s proposed constitutional amendment. This amendment is set to be presented to the voters in the upcoming November ballot. The potential reduction or elimination of property taxes raises concerns about how local governments could sustain their financial stability.