Updates from the Capitol

CS/SJR 658 (Fasano), was amended in the Senate Judiciary Committee reducing the non-homestead assessment cap from 10% to 5%. Sen. Simmons spoke passionately about wanting to make the property tax system equitable and fair.  The constitutional amendment passed 5 to 2 in spite of the opposition of the League.

SB 1512 (Bennett), passed the Transportation Committee Tuesday, April 12, with a favorable amendment that includes a streamlining of evaluation and appraisal reports which are required as part of local government comprehensive plans.
 
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