Plain English Breakdown
The official bill title and summary confirm the revision of the exemption amount but do not state what the new specific dollar figure is.
Whitfield County Homestead Tax Exemption Change
This law changes the amount of property tax exemption available to residents aged 70 and older in Whitfield County.
What This Bill Does
- Revises the dollar amount of the homestead exemption from ad valorem taxes for county purposes, which was previously set at $250,000 of appraised value.
- Sets rules to ensure the change follows state constitutional requirements.
- Provides for a referendum process related to the tax change.
- Removes any older laws that conflict with these new provisions.
Who It Names or Affects
- Residents of Whitfield County who are 70 years of age or over.
- Whitfield County officials responsible for collecting ad valorem taxes and managing the referendum process.
Terms To Know
- Ad valorem tax
- A property tax based on the assessed value of a home or land.
- Homestead exemption
- A reduction in taxable value for people who live in their own homes, often given to seniors.
Limits and Unknowns
- The specific new dollar amount of the exemption is not stated in this summary text.
- The exact date or method for holding any required election is not detailed here.
- This law only applies to Whitfield County and does not change tax rules for other counties.