Farmer Banks Helfrich

Property taxes Strongly disagrees· stated position

Helfrich said he opposes the homestead-exemption increase on the ballot because it would cut funding for first responders and local services.

"I oppose the proposed increase in the homestead exemption on the ballot, because it would reduce funding for first responders and essential local services."

Property insurance Mixed / neutral· stated position

Proposes limiting Citizens Property Insurance to wind and hurricane coverage, letting private insurers cover the rest, with the state covering catastrophic costs; a mix of a narrower Citizens and a bigger state backstop.

"The high cost of property insurance has skyrocketed in the past five years."

Housing affordability Leans agree· stated position

Helfrich said he supports expanding state programs for renters and first-time homebuyers and development that favors smaller, attainable homes.

Abortion Strongly agrees· stated position

Helfrich told VOTE411 that decisions about pregnancy belong to a woman, her doctor and her faith community, not politicians.

"Decisions about pregnancy belong between a woman, her doctor, and her faith community if she chooses, not politicians."

Health care Leans agree· stated position

Helfrich said Florida should study other states' models and adopt practices that expand coverage and lower costs, without naming a specific plan.

Environment & water Leans agree· stated position

Says conservation comes first: incentives for farmers to keep native land, required conservation areas in new developments, and water-preservation models.

"We begin by conserving and preserving our natural resources."

Growth & development Leans agree· stated position

Lists 'Curbing Excessive Development' as a core issue.

"Curbing Excessive Development"

Elections & voting Leans agree· stated position

If proof of citizenship is required to register, Helfrich said the state should cut fees and simplify access to birth and marriage records so eligible voters are not blocked.