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The Madison City Bill
Madison city proposes homestead tax break funded by sales tax
Madison, City of; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption
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The bill would let owners of their home pay less property tax, but it would raise a new sales tax to cover the shortfall.
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If passed, homeowners could save money each year, while shoppers in the district may see higher prices; now is the chance to support a tax relief for families.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- HB20 was introduced in Georgia in June 2026.
- It would give a homestead exemption from City of Madison property taxes.
- The exemption would be funded by a new Local Homestead Option Sales Tax.
- The bill includes definitions, terms, a referendum, and enforcement provisions.
- Sponsor is Rep. Tim Fleming, a Republican.
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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