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GA SB545Butts County; a homestead exemption from Butts County ad valorem taxes for county purposes; provide
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Introduced
02/20/2026
02/20/2026
In Committee
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To provide a homestead exemption from Butts County ad valorem taxes for county purposes in the amount of $50,000.00 of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that 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; 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.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a homestead exemption from Butts County ad valorem taxes for county purposes, meaning it reduces the property taxes residents pay to the county government. Specifically, eligible residents will receive an exemption of $50,000 on the assessed value of their homestead, which is their primary residence. To receive this exemption, residents must apply with the Butts County Tax Commissioner, and the exemption will automatically renew each year as long as they continue to live in the home. This exemption applies only to county taxes for county purposes and does not affect state, school, or municipal taxes. The bill also outlines that it must pass with a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate and will only become law if approved by voters in a referendum election to be held in November 2026, with the exemption taking effect on January 1, 2027, if the referendum passes.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred (on 02/24/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73491 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/243488 |
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