Protecting Our Elderly Citizens: A Closer Look at Property Taxes and the Impact on Fixed Incomes

By State Representatives Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain), Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) and Sandra Scott (D-Rex)

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In our society, where homeownership is often considered a symbol of financial security and stability, property taxes can be a heavy burden, especially for elderly citizens living on fixed incomes. Many older individuals and couples find themselves struggling to pay property taxes, which can sometimes be relatively modest amounts, typically less than $5,000 per year. We will explore the challenges faced by elderly citizens in meeting their property tax obligations, and we hope to raise important questions about the ethics and implications of forcing these individuals out of their homes due to unpaid taxes.

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Joint Study Committee on Service Delivery Strategy to Hold Next Meeting

ATLANTA – The Joint Study Committee on Service Delivery Strategy (SDS), co-chaired by State Representative John LaHood (R-Valdosta) and State Senator Frank Ginn (R-Danielsville), will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Lowndes County Judicial & Administrative Complex in Valdosta, Georgia.

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Rep. Eric Bell to Host Live Well Community Partnership Meeting at Georgia State Capitol

ATLANTA – State Representative Eric Bell (D-Jonesboro) will join Clayton County School Board Member of District 7 Sabrina Hill in hosting the Live Well Community Partnership meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 2 – 4 p.m. in room 606 of the Coverdell Legislative Office Building in Atlanta.

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