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HB 1339

Assessment of Property Used for Residential Purposes

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Toby Overdorf

Failed Florida bill would have modified residential property tax assessments; died in committee after indefinite postponement in May 2025.

Died in State Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1339

Legislative bill overview

HB 1339 sought to modify how Florida assesses property values for residential properties, likely affecting property tax calculations. The bill was introduced by Rep. Toby Overdorf but ultimately failed to advance, being indefinitely postponed in May 2025 and dying in State Affairs Committee in June 2025.

Why is this important

Property assessment changes directly impact homeowners' tax bills and local government revenue. Any modification to residential property valuation methodology affects both individual finances and funding for schools, emergency services, and infrastructure in Florida communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax burden redistribution: Changes to assessment methods could shift tax burdens between residential and commercial properties, or among different homeowner groups
  • Local government funding: Altered assessments may reduce revenues for counties and municipalities that depend on property tax bases
  • Fairness and equity concerns: Different assessment approaches can disproportionately affect various neighborhoods or property types, raising questions about equitable taxation

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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