Against Gov. Ron DeSantis' wishes, Democratic denunciations and local governments' concerns, a Florida House committee on Thursday approved a long list of proposals to reduce property taxes.

"These proposals create instability, increase taxpayer inequities, and risk the quality of life for the residents who choose to live in cities," Charles Chapman from the Florida League of Cities told lawmakers before the votes.

Seven of the measures are proposed constitutional amendments that ultimately would have to be approved by Florida voters, since property taxes are embedded in the state Constitution. One is a bill that makes some technical changes.

"Local government property tax is increasing at an unsustainable rate and is causing undue financial burden on Florida's citizens, homeowners and

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