Housing

Georgia Homeowner Relief & Affordable Rentals Act

Georgia families are being crushed by rising property taxes and soaring rents — and the politicians in Atlanta keep pretending nothing can be done. That’s wrong. New revenue opportunities from legal, regulated cannabis and sports betting create a powerful chance to deliver real, targeted relief without raising traditional taxes or gutting school funding.

I’m fighting for a Georgia Home Relief & Affordable Rentals Plan built on three simple principles:

Cut Property Taxes for Homeowners Who Need It Most

A portion of cannabis and sports-betting revenue will be locked into a dedicated Homestead Relief Fund.This fund will:

• Expand homestead tax credits for working families, seniors, and first-time homeowners.

• Deliver targeted property-tax credits for low- and moderate-income households suffering the biggest burden.

• Give middle-class Georgians a fair shot at staying in their homes as costs rise.

Incentivize Affordable Rentals Through a Voluntary Landlord Program

Georgia needs more affordable rentals without punishing responsible property owners. My plan creates a voluntary, pro-market program where landlords can choose to:

• Eliminate property taxes on participating rental units in exchange for capping rent based on unit size and local median income.

This keeps rents predictable, expands affordable inventory, and respects private property rights. It’s a win-win: more affordable housing without heavy-handed mandates.

Protect Schools and Local Governments

Local counties and school systems will not lose a dime.The state will:

• Reimburse local governments for reduced property-tax collections on participating units.

• Ensure stable, predictable budgets at the local level.

Property-tax relief must never come at the expense of classrooms, public safety, or essential services.

A Better Path Forward

This plan delivers real savings for homeowners, real affordability for renters, and real accountability in how new revenue streams are used. Instead of wasting opportunities, Georgia can harness them — responsibly, conservatively, and with long-term stability.

This is bold. It’s workable. And it’s time.