Voters Back Tax Exemptions For First Responders, Senior Citizens

November 9, 2016

In two issues that received relatively little attention, voters were poised Tuesday night to overwhelmingly approve two constitutional amendments that could lead to property-tax breaks for disabled first responders and some seniors.

The proposals, known as amendments 3 and 5, were placed on the ballot by the Legislature. Amendment 3 would allow lawmakers to grant property-tax exemptions for first responders who are totally and permanently disabled because of injuries suffered in the line of duty. With about 8 million votes counted statewide, the measure had support from more than 83 percent of voters. Amendment 5, meanwhile, is aimed at allowing low-income seniors to continue receiving an additional homestead tax exemption when their property values rise above $250,000. It was being backed by about 78 percent of voters.

by The News Service of Florida

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