A recent survey by tech‑industry group NetChoice reveals that a clear majority of Florida voters are backing a constitutional amendment aimed at easing property‑tax burdens. The poll, conducted by Echelon Insights from Oct. 16‑23, 2026, surveyed 515 likely Florida voters as part of a larger national sample of 3,644 respondents.
Amendment 3 gains strong support
When asked about Amendment 3 – a proposal to increase the homestead property‑tax exemption and revise other property‑tax rules – 57% of Floridians said they support the measure. About 32% opposed it, and 10% remained undecided. Voters also identified inflation and the cost of living as their top concern, with 58% naming it a priority for policymakers.
Economic pressures on families
The poll highlights that 71% of respondents point to groceries and food as the biggest strain on household budgets, the highest share among all states surveyed. Transportation costs (38%) and housing expenses (33%) follow as significant pressures.
Republican candidates maintain leads
In the statewide races, Republican contenders are ahead. Byron Donalds leads Democrat David Jolly for governor, 50% to 44%, while Ashley Moody holds a 51% to 43% advantage over Democrat Angie Nixon in the U.S. Senate contest. Independent and Libertarian candidates trail far behind.
President Trump’s approval in Florida
President Trump holds a 48% job approval rating among Florida respondents, with 50% expressing disapproval. On the generic congressional ballot, 51% favor the Republican candidate and 45% the Democrat.
Antitrust and tech policy views
Florida voters also voiced strong opinions on antitrust enforcement. Seventy‑three percent support applying a consumer‑welfare standard to antitrust actions, and 88% say antitrust laws should be applied equally to all corporations. Regarding technology oversight, 49% prioritize preventing fraud and scams, while 35% favor data‑privacy protections.
AI standards and tech competitiveness
When asked about artificial‑intelligence regulation, 65% of Floridians want Congress to set nationwide standards, compared with 22% who prefer state‑level rules. A sizable 85% agree that keeping the world’s leading tech companies based in the United States strengthens the nation, while 44% think breaking up large domestic tech firms would hurt U.S. competition with China.
Data‑center concerns and local support
Initial resistance to new data‑center construction is evident, with 51% opposing projects in their home county and 37% supporting them. Concerns focus on higher electric bills (45%) and strain on water supplies (33%). However, when told that major tech firms have pledged to fund necessary power and grid upgrades without passing costs to households, 52% say they would be more likely to back local data‑center investments.
Methodology
The poll used a mixed‑mode approach, combining text‑to‑web invitations from voter files with verified online panels. The margin of error for the Florida sample is ±5.0 percentage points.
Original reporting: Tampa Free Press — read the source article.
