DeSantis Property Tax Bombshell: $250K Homestead Exemption to Full Elimination | Special Session Next Week | Bernie Jacques on Budget Wins & Stormwater Relief | Florida's Voice with Drew Steele

Florida’s Voice with Drew Steele · May 27, 2026 · 42m

Governor Ron DeSantis announces a special legislative session to tackle Florida’s crushing property taxes — raising the homestead exemption to $250,000 (zero taxes for ~60% of homeowners) and phasing toward full elimination up to $500K for over 90% of residents. Drew Steele breaks down the plan, local government protections, trust fund details, and what it means for homeowners, seniors, and first-time buyers. Florida State Representative Bernie Jacques (District 59) joins the show: $6.8M secured for Pinellas County stormwater drainage, flooding fixes, lift stations, and a new law enforcement…