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AL HB460

Bill

Status

Passed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick Rehm

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment allowing Henry County residents age 65 or older to freeze the assessed value of their primary residence for ad valorem tax purposes
  • Requires the property to be a single-family owner-occupied residence used as the taxpayer's principal home for at least 10 years prior to claiming the assessment
  • Assessment remains in effect as long as the taxpayer continues to use the property as their principal residence, and taxpayers remain eligible for homestead and other exemptions
  • Property remains subject to millage rate changes, and any additions or improvements to the property after claiming the assessment will be taxed at their new assessed value
  • Claims may be filed beginning October 1, 2027, and must be submitted in writing to the Henry County Revenue Commissioner between October 1 and December 31

Legislative Description

Henry County; senior property tax assessment authorized; constitutional amendment

Henry County

Last Action

Enacted

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation2/24/2026
Local Legislation2/17/2026

Full Bill Text

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