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GA HB853

Bill

Status

Passed

5/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kasey Carpenter

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a $325,000 homestead exemption from City of Tunnel Hill ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for residents aged 70 or older
  • Exemption does not apply to taxes for municipal bonded indebtedness, state taxes, county taxes, or school district taxes
  • Surviving spouses may continue receiving the exemption if they remain in the home as their residence
  • Requires voter approval in a referendum during the November 2025 municipal general election; if not approved, the Act automatically repeals on January 1, 2026
  • Replaces any other homestead exemption for city purposes rather than stacking with existing exemptions

Legislative Description

Tunnel Hill, City of; ad valorem tax for municipal purposes; provide new homestead exemption

Last Action

Effective Date 2025-05-14

5/14/2025

Committee Referrals

State and Local Governmental Operations3/31/2025
Intragovernmental Coordination3/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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