Property Tax Reform & Spending Accountability Act (Draft)
Overview
Florida families are being crushed by rising property taxes and runaway local spending. The Property Tax Reform & Spending Accountability Act is a citizen-driven legislative proposal designed to bring real, lasting relief — not temporary rebates or political gimmicks.
This reform returns power back to you, the taxpayer, by holding local governments accountable for every dollar they spend and every tax increase they attempt. It’s a bold step toward transparent, responsible, and people-first governance that ensures homeowners, renters, and small businesses can thrive without being taxed out of their communities.
Core Principles
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Spending Accountability:
Requires local governments to publicly justify spending increases and demonstrate measurable public benefit before raising budgets. -
Taxpayer Transparency:
Mandates a clear, easy-to-read annual disclosure showing where every property tax dollar goes — so citizens can see exactly how their money is used. -
Citizen Approval:
Introduces a mandatory public vote or digital signature threshold before local property tax hikes take effect, ensuring consent of the governed. -
Reform & Relief:
Caps annual local spending growth to inflation plus population — preventing hidden backdoor tax hikes while preserving essential services. -
Efficiency & Oversight:
Creates an independent spending oversight board of citizen auditors to review, report, and recommend corrective action on wasteful practices.
Why It Matters
This Act is built on one simple principle: Government should live within its means — just like Florida families do.
When cities and counties overspend, property owners foot the bill. When spending is accountable, everyone benefits. This legislation gives voters a seat at the table, protects homeowners from unsustainable tax increases, and restores trust in local government.
Together, we can make Florida the model for fiscal responsibility and taxpayer protection nationwide.