Georgia House GOP unveils plan to end property taxes for homeowners

By: Jill Nolin

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: January 29, 2026

Words: 740

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 5 days ago

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House Republicans have proposed a major property tax overhaul that they say will save Georgia homeowners money but eliminate a reliable source of revenue for counties, cities and schools.

Under the proposal, homeowners would no longer have to pay property taxes on their primary residence starting in 2032, amounting to a 100% homestead exemption. The current homestead exemption would gradually increase in the meantime.

But local officials would be able to make up …

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