HB1565

Lee County; school district ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption

Chamber Passed·3/27/26

Lee County school district ad valorem tax exemption for senior citizens with income under $40,000.

Georgia HB1565 provides a homestead exemption from Lee County school district ad valorem taxes for educational purposes for residents who are 80 years of age or older and whose income does not exceed $40,000. The exemption applies to the full assessed value of the homestead. To qualify, seniors must file an application with the tax commissioner of Lee County, providing their age and income. The exemption is renewable annually if the income requirement is met. The bill includes a referendum for voter approval, with an election scheduled for November 2026.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 49–0 · Mar 27
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

49 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Not Voting

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2 Absent

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History

Apr 2

Senate

Senate Committee Favorably Reported

Apr 2

Senate

Senate Passed/Adopted

Mar 27

House

House Committee Favorably Reported