Floridians voted Nov. 3, 2026, on three proposed constitutional amendments. Amendment 3 would raise the homestead exemption to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028, and lower the annual assessment cap for non-homestead properties from 10% to 5%. It needs at least 60% of the vote to pass.
Floridians voted on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, on three proposed constitutional amendments: Amendment 1, Amendment 2, and Amendment 3. Polls opened at 7 a.m. local time and were to close at 7 p.m. on election day. A 60% majority is required to pass constitutional amendments in Florida.
What Amendment 3 would do
Amendment 3 needs at least 60% of the statewide vote to pass. It increases the homestead exemption to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028. It also requires local governments to use those funds solely on public safety, education, schools, infrastructure, and other avenues. The measure would lower the annual cap on assessment increases for non-homestead properties, including certain rental and commercial properties, from 10% to 5%.
Party recommendation
The Republican Party of Florida's Brevard County Voter Guide recommends voting YES on Amendment 3. The guide describes the measure as raising the homestead exemption to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028 and lowering the non-homestead assessment cap from 10% to 5%.
