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GA SB575

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Billy Hickman

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a $4,000 homestead exemption from City of Metter municipal ad valorem taxes for residents aged 65 or older with combined household income not exceeding $10,000

  • Exemption applies only to city municipal taxes, not state, county, or school district ad valorem taxes, and is in addition to any other existing homestead exemptions

  • Requires a one-time application with the city governing authority; exemption automatically renews annually as long as the resident remains eligible and occupies the homestead

  • Effective for taxable years beginning January 1, 2027, contingent on voter approval in a referendum scheduled for November 2027

  • Requires two-thirds majority approval in both the Georgia Senate and House of Representatives before becoming law

Legislative Description

City of Metter; ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes; provide a homestead exemption

Last Action

House Second Readers

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Intragovernmental Coordination3/4/2026
State and Local Governmental Operations2/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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