Homestead Exemption and Public Safety Funding

This proposed constitutional amendment would lower some property taxes for homeowners by expanding the homestead exemption on non-school taxes from $50,000 up to $175,000. The larger tax break would not apply to school taxes, special districts, or local voter-approved property taxes. To prevent cuts to police, fire, and emergency services, local public safety funding must stay at current levels, and the state must create a fund to cover lost local revenue. If passed by the legislature, it will appear on the 2026 November ballot to be decided by voters.