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Ron DeSantis: “It requires two thirds of the legislature to raise taxes or…”

Featuring: Ron DeSantis, Republican | Governor of Florida

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Published | Video Starts at 41:04

But we don't. But we also, we do have limitations in our constitution on the legislature raising taxes. Now, they haven't done. We haven't done that since I've been governor. But It requires two thirds of the legislature to raise taxes or fees in Florida. which I think is a good thing. I would love to get that as part of this. And we may not be able to do it. Right? I mean, so. (41:04–41:10)

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Asserts that raising taxes or fees in Florida requires a two-thirds majority in the legislature.

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