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Bill Summary · HB 149

Summary of HB 149: Maximum Millage Rates for the 2027-2028 Fiscal Year

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HB 149
Title: Maximum Millage Rates for the 2027-2028 Fiscal Year
Status: Currently in Select Committee on Property Taxes
Introduced: March 21, 2025
Classification: Bill
Subject: Social Welfare

Purpose and Intent

HB 149, titled the "Freedom 1: Property Tax Relief Rollback for All Floridians Act," aims to establish maximum millage rates for counties and schools for the fiscal year 2027-2028. The primary intent of the bill is to ensure that the ad valorem tax revenue collected by local taxing authorities does not exceed the amounts levied during the previous fiscal year (2022-2023). This is intended to provide property tax relief to Floridians by preventing increases in tax rates.

Key Provisions

  • Creation of Section 200.1851, Florida Statutes: This new section outlines the maximum millage rates for the 2027-2028 fiscal year.
    • County Millage Rate: The maximum rate that can be levied will be equal to the revenue generated during the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
    • School Millage Rate: Similarly, the maximum school millage rate will also be set to match the revenue from the 2022-2023 fiscal year.
  • Repeal Clause: The provisions of this section will automatically repeal on January 1, 2029, unless further legislative action is taken.
  • Effective Date: The act will take effect on July 1, 2026.

Impact

Who Would Be Affected?

  • Local Governments: Counties and school districts will be required to adhere to the established maximum millage rates, potentially limiting their ability to increase property tax revenues.
  • Property Owners: Floridians may benefit from this bill as it aims to prevent increases in property taxes, thereby providing financial relief to homeowners and property owners.

Legislative Actions

  • October 21, 2025: The bill was referred to the Select Committee on Property Taxes, State Affairs Committee, and Ways & Means Committee.
  • October 13, 2025: The bill was filed for consideration.

Conclusion

HB 149 seeks to stabilize property tax rates for the 2027-2028 fiscal year by capping them at levels from the previous fiscal year. This legislation is positioned as a measure to provide tax relief to Floridians, with a clear timeline for implementation and a built-in repeal mechanism. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, its implications for local governments and property owners will be closely monitored.

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

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