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flag Georgia proposes capping school property tax increases at inflation, affecting all districts, including those that opted out.

flag A Georgia Senate bill proposes capping property tax increases for school funding at the inflation rate, eliminating school districts' ability to opt out, following a 2024 law and constitutional amendment. flag Sponsored by Sen. Chuck Hufstetler, R-Rome, and backed by Lt. Gov. flag Burt Jones, the measure aims to limit double-digit tax hikes, though critics warn it could reduce education funding. flag The bill applies to all districts and local governments, including the 29% that previously opted out of similar caps. flag It's part of broader tax reform efforts, including proposals to lower income taxes and provide rebates, as advocated by Gov. flag Brian Kemp.

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