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HB 836

RELATING TO PENALTIES.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Diamond Garcia and 6 co-sponsors

HB 836 boosts homestead tax exemptions for Coweta County seniors: $75K for ages 65-70, $100K for 71-74, and full exemption for 75+, pending voter approval in 2025.

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
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Bill Summary · HB 836

Summary of House Bill 836 (HB 836)

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 836 (HB 836) aims to amend existing legislation regarding homestead exemptions from ad valorem taxes for educational purposes within the Coweta County School District. The bill seeks to increase the exemption amounts for residents aged 65 and older, thereby providing financial relief to senior citizens in the district.

Key Provisions

  • Increased Exemption Amounts:

    • Residents aged 65 to 70: Exemption raised from $40,000 to $75,000.
    • Residents aged 71 to 74: Exemption increased from $60,000 to $100,000.
    • Residents aged 75 and older: Full exemption from all ad valorem taxes on the assessed value of their homestead (previously $80,000).

  • Eligibility Requirements:

    • Applicants must file an affidavit with the Coweta County tax commissioner, confirming their age and providing necessary information for eligibility determination.

  • Election Requirement:

    • The bill stipulates that it will not become law unless approved by a two-thirds majority vote in both the Georgia House of Representatives and the Senate.
    • A referendum will be held on November 4, 2025, for voters in the Coweta County School District to approve or reject the proposed changes.

  • Automatic Repeal Clause:

    • If the referendum does not pass, the bill will be automatically repealed one year after the election date.

Affected Parties

  • Senior Residents: The primary beneficiaries of this bill are senior citizens residing in the Coweta County School District, particularly those aged 65 and older.
  • Coweta County Tax Commissioner: Responsible for administering the exemption process and ensuring compliance with the new requirements.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: March 25, 2025
  • Passed First Reading: March 25, 2025
  • House Passed/Adopted: March 31, 2025
  • Senate Passed/Adopted: April 4, 2025
  • Sent to Governor: April 10, 2025
  • Signed by Governor: May 14, 2025
  • Effective Date: May 14, 2025, contingent upon voter approval in the November 2025 referendum.

Conclusion

HB 836 represents a significant adjustment to the tax relief available to senior citizens in the Coweta County School District. By increasing the homestead exemption amounts, the bill aims to alleviate the financial burden on older residents, promoting economic stability and support for this demographic. The successful passage of the bill will depend on voter approval in the upcoming referendum.

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

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