{"id":276513,"date":"2026-05-19T12:31:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T12:31:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/276513\/"},"modified":"2026-05-19T12:31:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T12:31:09","slug":"gov-desantis-advocates-for-property-tax-cuts-in-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/276513\/","title":{"rendered":"Gov. DeSantis advocates for property tax cuts in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"

MELBOURNE, Fla. \u2014 Gov. Ron DeSantis took his push for property tax cuts to the Florida Space Coast, holding a roundtable meeting on Monday in Melbourne.<\/p>\n

The discussion addressed the financial strain on local families and business owners due to rising home values and the cost of living.<\/p>\n

DeSantis expressed his hope for a property tax measure to be placed on the November ballot.<\/p>\n

The meeting, held at the Space Coast Association of Realtors, brought together city and county leaders, residents, and business owners. <\/p>\n

Participants shared their direct experiences with economic pressure, highlighting the urgency of property tax relief.<\/p>\n

The roundtable provided a platform for local families and business owners to voice their concerns directly to the governor. <\/p>\n

City and county leaders also participated in the discussion, contributing to a broader understanding of the economic challenges facing the Space Coast community.<\/p>\n

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