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HB 847

Cobb County; tax commissioner and certain employees; change compensation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Campbell and 5 co-sponsors

House Bill 847 updates salaries for Cobb County's tax commissioner and staff, aiming to improve tax administration efficiency and reflect current responsibilities.

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Bill Summary · HB 847

Summary of House Bill 847

Bill Number: HB 847
Title: Cobb County; tax commissioner and certain employees; change compensation
Status: Senate Committee Favorably Reported
Introduced: March 25, 2025

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 847 aims to amend the existing legislation that consolidates the offices of tax collector and tax receiver into the office of tax commissioner for Cobb County. The primary intent of this bill is to revise the compensation structure for the tax commissioner and certain employees within the office, ensuring that their salaries reflect current standards and responsibilities.

Key Provisions

The bill proposes several significant changes to the compensation framework:

  1. Tax Commissioner Salary:

    • The tax commissioner will receive a minimum annual salary as outlined in Code Section 48-5-183 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (O.C.G.A.), plus a supplement not exceeding $47,443.00. This amount will be disbursed in equal monthly installments from county funds.

  2. Chief Clerk Salary:

    • The chief clerk, appointed by the tax commissioner, will have an annual salary of $170,751.00, also paid in equal monthly installments.

  3. New Positions Created:

    • Executive Secretary:
      • A new position under the direct supervision of the tax commissioner, with a salary not exceeding $71,111.00 per annum.
    • Administrative Specialist:
      • Another new position with similar salary parameters as the executive secretary, also appointed by the tax commissioner.

  4. Appointment Procedures:

    • Candidates for the tax commissioner position must certify the name of their appointed chief clerk at the time of qualifying for the election. The appointed chief clerk will serve throughout the tax commissioner's term unless removed or deceased, in which case a new appointment must be made within 30 days.

  5. Compensation Adjustments:

    • The tax commissioner, chief clerk, executive secretary, and administrative specialist will be eligible for any additional compensation, salary increases, cost-of-living adjustments, or merit increases as determined by the Cobb County governing authority.

Affected Parties

The bill directly impacts:
- The tax commissioner and their appointed staff, specifically the chief clerk, executive secretary, and administrative specialist.
- Cobb County residents who may see changes in the management and efficiency of tax collection and administration due to the revised compensation structure.

Procedural Timeline

  • March 25, 2025: Bill introduced and entered the House Hopper.
  • March 31, 2025:
    • Passed by the House and favorably reported by the House Committee.
    • Read and referred to the Senate.
  • April 4, 2025: Favorably reported by the Senate Committee.

Conclusion

House Bill 847 seeks to modernize the compensation of key positions within the Cobb County tax office, reflecting the responsibilities and demands of these roles. By establishing clear salary structures and appointment procedures, the bill aims to enhance the operational efficiency of tax administration in Cobb County.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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