Speaker Jon Burns Applauds Introduction of the Georgia HOME Act: Eliminating Property Taxes on Georgia Homesteads

ATLANTA- Today, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives Jon Burns (R-Newington) applauded the introduction of a legislative priority for the 2026 session. The Georgia HOME Act aims to provide historic relief to Georgia homeowners by eliminating homestead property taxes statewide.

"Property tax rates have skyrocketed far beyond what most Georgians can reasonably afford or be expected to pay, placing an unfair and unsustainable financial burden on countless homeowners throughout the state," said Speaker Burns. "That's why the House will continue to build on our work to deliver real, meaningful property tax relief for homeowners. The Georgia HOME Act enables the elimination of property taxes on homesteads statewide, opening the door to homeownership for young families and providing long-term security for seniors. We look forward to giving Georgians stability in their own homes, and keeping this bedrock of the American Dream within reach for generations to come."

The Georgia HOME Act delivers historic property tax relief by eliminating property taxes on homesteads by 2032, all while keeping currently implemented property tax exemptions intact. Local governments may opt in to the proposal at any time before the mandate takes effect. The legislation also provides relief by doubling the state homestead exemption semi-annually, limiting revenue growth on other properties to 3 percent, and providing Homeowner Tax Relief Grants averaging $500 to taxpayers.

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