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HB 572

RELATING TO GENERAL EXCISE TAX.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by David Alcos and 5 co-sponsors

House Bill 572 expands Braselton's boundaries by annexing multiple properties, impacting local governance, services, and tax rates for residents and businesses.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 572

Summary of House Bill 572

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HB 572
  • Title: Relating to General Excise Tax
  • Status: Reported from ECD (Stand. Com. Rep. No. 332) as amended in HD 1, recommending passage on Second Reading and referral to FIN.
  • Introduced: February 21, 2025
  • Classification: Bill
  • Subject: Dental Services, Exemption, Food, GET, Medical Services

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 572 aims to amend the charter of the Town of Braselton, Georgia, to annex specific properties into the town's corporate limits. This legislative action is intended to facilitate the growth and development of the town by expanding its jurisdiction over additional land parcels.

Key Provisions

  • Annexation of Properties: The bill adds a new subsection to Section 1.11 of the Town of Braselton's charter, which includes the following properties as part of the town's corporate limits:

    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX023 013
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX0025 053
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX025 054
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX023 014
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX025 052
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX025 051
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX025 050
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX023 020
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX023 002
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX021 008
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX021 008A
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX021 008B
    • Barrow County Parcel ID XX021 008C

  • Repeal of Conflicting Laws: The bill includes a provision to repeal any laws that conflict with this amendment.

Impact

The annexation of these properties will likely affect local governance, zoning, and taxation within the Town of Braselton. Residents and businesses within the newly annexed areas may experience changes in local services, tax rates, and regulations as they come under the jurisdiction of the town.

Procedural Timeline

  • February 21, 2025: Bill introduced and passed First Reading.
  • February 26, 2025: Bill passed Second Reading.
  • March 4, 2025: Bill passed Third Reading in the House.
  • March 6, 2025: Bill read and referred to the Senate.
  • March 28, 2025: Senate passed/adopted the bill.
  • April 7, 2025: Bill sent to the Governor.
  • May 13, 2025: Signed by the Governor and became Act 148, effective immediately.

Conclusion

House Bill 572 represents a significant step in the expansion of the Town of Braselton's boundaries, allowing for increased development and governance over newly annexed properties. The bill has successfully passed through the legislative process and is now law, with immediate effect.

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

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