Georgia House Bill 1503
Session 2025_26
Covington, City of; ad valorem tax for municipal purposes; provide homestead exemption
Became Law
Signed by Governor on May 11, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill Number
1503
State
Georgia
Session
2025_26
checkPassed on March 18, 2026
Motion Text
House Vote #712 - 2025-2026 Regular Session
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Summary
A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide a homestead exemption from City of Covington ad valorem taxes for municipal purposes for the total amount of the assessed value of the homestead for residents of that city; to provide for definitions; to specify the terms and conditions of the exemption and the procedures relating thereto; to provide for applicability; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to provide for a referendum, effective dates, automatic repeal, mandatory execution of election, and judicial remedies regarding failure to comply; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
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05/11/2026
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05/11/2026
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04/06/2026
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03/20/2026
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03/20/2026
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03/19/2026
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03/18/2026
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03/18/2026
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03/18/2026
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03/06/2026
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03/04/2026
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03/03/2026
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Sources
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Record Created
Mar 4, 2026 9:21:28 AM
Record Updated
May 13, 2026 4:29:34 PM