A challenge to a Florida property tax ballot measure is being considered in court. The proposal, set to appear on the November ballot, would increase the homestead exemption. Currently, the exemption is $50,000, but it would rise to $150,000 and then $250,000 over two years.

However, this exemption would not apply to the portion of property taxes used for K-12 public schools. The court hearing involves arguments over whether the ballot measure's title is misleading to voters. Plaintiffs, including former local officials and a former legislator, are contesting the language used.

Further details on the challenge and the proposed constitutional amendment are available from the source.