This year, the Georgia State Senate focused on cutting taxes and delivering relief for hardworking Georgians. Locally, for example, I am proud to announce that my proposal to expand the property tax exemption for Cherokee County seniors passed with 91% of the vote in the May election. This legislation will provide much-needed relief for our seniors struggling with rising property tax rates.

I also know that everyone, not just seniors, is impacted by sky-rocketing property taxes. That's why I fought to ensure the Save Our Homes Act will be on the ballot in November. If passed, it will prevent the assessed tax value on homes from increasing by more than 3% annually. Georgians have seen a 40-47% increase in assessed home values, and this bill will prevent that from happening again.

The Georgia State Senate also passed legislation to accelerate the state income tax rate reduction. This change will save Georgians roughly $1.1 billion over the next year alone. I am committed to working with my Senate colleagues to ensure we continue putting more of your hard-earned dollars back in your pocket. This is a step in the right direction for all Georgians.


During the interim, the Senate remains hard at work with several study committees that meet throughout the year to learn more about important issues facing our communities.

Study committees include:
Senate Study Committee on Improving Family Caregiver Services
Senate Study Committee on Preservation of Georgia's Farmlands
Senate Study Committee on Access to Affordable Childcare
Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence
Senate Study Committee on Veterans' Mental Health and Housing
Senate Supporting Safety and Welfare of All Individuals in Department of Corrections Facilities Study Committee
Senate Advancing Forest Innovation in Georgia Study Committee

Additionally, the Senate Special Committee on Investigations will continue its important work of looking into the conduct of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

I am proud to serve Cherokee County and look forward to continuing my work on your behalf. Please contact me with any questions or if I can be of service to you and your family.