FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, February 12, 2026

ATLANTA | Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones celebrated the Georgia Senate passage of two income tax proposals, unanimously backed by the Senate Republican Caucus, to maximize relief for hardworking Georgians. Each piece of legislation would independently be the largest financial return to Georgia taxpayers in history.

“I am proud to deliver on my promise to put money back in the pockets of Georgia’s families and our state economy,” said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. “The Senate is leading the effort to continue making significant cuts to our income taxes, while maintaining the fiscal soundness of our state. I look forward to working with the House and Governor on how to maximize tax relief and get an income tax cut over the finish line immediately.”

Lt. Governor Burt Jones has consistently led on reducing the tax burden and has returned billions to taxpayers as part of Georgia’s conservative budget strategy. Last year, Lt. Governor Jones created the Senate Special Committee on Eliminating Georgia’s Income Tax to examine ways to put the state on the path to eliminate the income tax as part of his commitment to the people of Georgia. After months of research, fact finding, and expert consultation the committee delivered its report on January 7th, 2026.

The full text and additional information on Senate Bill 476 can be found here: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72977

The full text and additional information on Senate Bill 477 can be found here: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72976

Contact

Legislative and Communications Director Ines Owens

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