Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 382: Ad Valorem Taxation; make the state-wide base year homestead exemption mandatory for all political subdivisions

Passed one chamber Last action March 27, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute

Plain-language summary

SB 382 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on January 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Ad Valorem Taxation; make the state-wide base year homestead exemption mandatory for all political subdivisions. Primary sponsor: Chuck Hufstetler (Republican), John Albers (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Randy Robertson (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), Clint Dixon (Republican), Carden Summers (Republican), Billy Hickman (Republican), Ben Watson (Republican), Kay Kirkpatrick (Republican), Jason T. Dickerson, Mike Hodges (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Brian Strickland (Republican), Rick Williams (Republican), Sam Watson (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Lee Anderson (Republican), Marty Harbin (Republican), Greg Dolezal (Republican), Steve Gooch (Republican), Blake Tillery (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 27, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Chuck Hufstetler (Republican); John Albers (Republican); Larry Walker (Republican); Jason Anavitarte (Republican); and 21 more.