Legislative leaders float different visions for tax relief for the 2026 session

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: January 8, 2026

Words: 1,056

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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Georgia GOP Senate leaders unveiled a plan Wednesday that would entirely eliminate the personal state income tax by 2032, shortly before House Speaker Jon Burns said the House would focus on cutting property taxes.

A special Senate committee voted 6-3, along party lines, to adopt its final legislative recommendations, which would waive income taxes for all Georgians on up to $50,000 a year for individuals and $100,000 for married couples starting in 2027.

Sen. Blake …

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