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The Franklin County Bill
Franklin County proposes sales tax to cut home property taxes
Franklin County; ad valorem tax; provide homestead exemption
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
If passed, the bill would lower your home property tax but raise a local sales tax to pay for the savings.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Homeowners could see lower bills, but the new sales tax may make everyday purchases cost more, so voters should weigh who really benefits.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Provides a homestead exemption for ad valorem taxes.
- Funding comes from a new local sales tax in the same area.
- Requires a referendum and judicial oversight.
- The bill has already failed in the House but can be reconsidered.
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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