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The Homestead Break Bill
Homestead tax break proposed
Brunswick, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would give homeowners a tax break
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill would provide a homestead exemption from City of Brunswick ad valorem taxes
- The exemption amount would be determined annually based on the proceeds of a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax
- A referendum would be held to approve the new sales tax
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Patty Stinson (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
- Tangie Herring (D): voted for it, crossing most Democrats
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