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GA HB1044

Bill

Status

Passed

5/3/2016

Primary Sponsor

John Corbett

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals the amendment to the Georgia Constitution that provided for the election of the Board of Tax Assessors of Lowndes County, originally established by 1972 House Resolution No. 733-1686 and continued by an Act approved March 20, 1985
  • Ends the elective terms of all members of the Lowndes County Board of Tax Assessors on December 31, 2020, effectively transitioning the board from elected to appointed status
  • Requires a referendum on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November 2016, allowing Lowndes County voters to approve or reject the repeal
  • Requires more than one-half of votes cast to approve the Act; if not approved or if the election is not conducted, the Act is automatically repealed immediately
  • Election expenses are borne by Lowndes County, and the election superintendent must certify the results to the Secretary of State

Legislative Description

Lowndes County; election of the Board of Tax Assessors; repeal

Last Action

Effective Date

5/3/2016

Full Bill Text

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