GA HB1566

Grants a 100% homestead exemption from Ware County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes to residents age 75 or older, effective January 1, 2027

Limits the exemption to homestead properties of no more than five contiguous acres

Requires a one-time application with the Ware County tax commissioner, with automatic annual renewal as long as the resident continues to occupy the homestead

Replaces any other existing homestead exemptions for Ware County school district taxes and does not affect state, county, municipal, or independent school district taxes

Requires approval by two-thirds majority in both legislative chambers and a voter referendum in Ware County on the Tuesday after the first Monday in November 2026