FY 26-27 budget done, vetoes are coming, and property tax debate lies ahead

By: Christine Sexton

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: May 29, 2026

Words: 1,689

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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The Florida Legislature signed off on a $114.5 billion budget Friday afternoon, even as some legislators worried it falls short of doing enough for schools, healthcare, and the environment.

A handful of Democrats also sharply criticized a nearly $300 million tax cut package that they said does more to help special interests than everyday Floridians.

Republican legislative leaders countered that the budget pays for critical needs while at the same time reducing overall spending from …

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