Budget & Taxes

failed · Georgia · House Jun 23, 2026

HB 76: Taylor County; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Taylor County ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Taylor County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides homestead tax exemptions, offering tax relief to property owners and reducing their tax burden.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides a homestead tax exemption, reducing property tax burdens for homeowners and increasing housing affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Property Taxes

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in committee · Georgia · Senate Jun 20, 2026

SB 1: Glynn County; ad valorem taxes; homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST); provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Glynn County ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Glynn County; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides a homestead tax exemption funded by a new sales tax, offering direct tax relief to homeowners.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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in committee · Georgia · Senate Jun 20, 2026

SB 4: Baldwin County; ad valorem taxes; homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST); provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Baldwin County ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Baldwin County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new sales tax to fund a homestead exemption, directly addressing revenue and taxation by providing tax relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 28: Fitzgerald, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Fitzgerald ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Ben Hill County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief via homestead exemption, reducing the tax burden for property owners and promoting fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides a homestead tax exemption, reducing costs for homeowners and supporting housing affordability.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Property Taxes

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 62: Cochran, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Cochran ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Bleckley County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides homestead tax exemption, reducing property tax burden for residents and supporting fiscal relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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passed both · Georgia · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 3: General Assembly; motor fuel and diesel fuel taxes; ratify Governor Brian P. Kemp's Executive Order

A RESOLUTION ratifying Governor Brian P. Kemp's Executive Order No. 05.15.26.02 suspending the collection of motor fuel and diesel fuel taxes; and for other purposes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill ratifies suspension of fuel taxes, which restricts government revenue and limits fiscal management capabilities.90% confidence

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 41: Seminole County; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Seminole County ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Seminole County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides a homestead tax exemption, directly reducing property tax burdens for homeowners and supporting fiscal relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 65: Dahlonega, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Dahlonega ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Lumpkin County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief via homestead exemption, reducing the tax burden for property owners in the special district.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 67: Rome, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Rome ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Floyd County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides a homestead tax exemption, directly offering tax relief to property owners and reducing their financial burden.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill provides a homestead tax exemption, reducing costs for homeowners and supporting affordable housing stability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax Property Taxes

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failed · Georgia · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 37: Effingham County; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from Effingham County ad valorem taxes in the amount of the assessed value of the homestead property determined annually for the special district based upon the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax (LHOST) to be imposed within the special district conterminous with Effingham County; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements and the provisions of Article 2C of Chapter 8 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides homestead tax exemptions, directly reducing the tax burden on property owners and advancing fiscal relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Sales Tax

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