As discussion began today, House Democratic leader Dan Gelber raised numerous questions about the proposed rollback and homestead exemption -- questions presumably on the mind of everyone in Knott 212 and people across Florida since so little is known about the plan.

But after a few minutes, Sen. Mike Haridopolos cut the discussion short, saying the workshop would be devoted to other matters like business tax exemption and breaks for low-income seniors. Those items, however, are far more minor and mostly non-controversial. Haridopolos did say larger issues could come later today.

Frustrated Democrats got up and huddled on the side of the room. "The real meat of this is not being addressed," said Rep. Jack Seiler of Wilton Manors.