The governor discussed a proposed property-tax amendment and the administration’s approach to placing relief before voters. He argued that multiple competing amendments on the same ballot would likely split votes and prevent passage, and urged a single, clear vehicle for property-tax relief.

He said he rejected a proposal to limit relief solely to voters aged 65 and older, arguing that would create inequities between long-term owners with homestead protections and younger families who face higher tax bases. The governor framed property-tax relief as a way to reduce what he called “taxing unrealized gains” that can lock residents into homes and hinder mobility.

The governor also said his budget includes money to make up lost revenue for rural governments if a statewide property-tax relief measure reduces local collections, calling that spending “not a lot of money” and reiterating the administration’s desire to ensure rural counties aren’t disadvantaged. He additionally said homeowner-insurance filings show reductions and that an administration announcement on Citizens and other insurance measures is coming.

The remarks mixed policy rationale, political strategy and an outline of next steps: the governor said the issue will go on the ballot in November and the administration is working to shape language and structure to maximize voter understanding and passage.