Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 89: Income Taxes; amount of a tax credit based on the federal tax credit for certain child and dependent care expenses; increase

Passed one chamber Last action March 18, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute

Plain-language summary

SB 89 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 4, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Income Taxes; amount of a tax credit based on the federal tax credit for certain child and dependent care expenses; increase. Primary sponsor: Brian Strickland (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Brandon Beach, Doc Rhett (Democratic), Elena Parent (Democratic), Mike Hodges (Republican), Ben Watson (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican), Bill Cowsert (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Brian Strickland (Republican); Bo Hatchett (Republican); Matt Brass (Republican); Brandon Beach; and 7 more.