Cowan finds it ironic the way the state is handling publicity about the loss of HTRG compared with when it was put in place five years ago.
“Since it was implemented, we have been required to print the following statement on all tax bills:
‘This reduction in your bill is the result of homeowner’s tax relief enacted by the Governor and the General Assembly of the State of Georgia’,” Cowan said.
House Bill 143 goes out of its way to make sure counties don’t emphasize the loss of HTRG, Cowan said.
The law states, “each fiscal authority shall not include a notice on each tax bill regarding the unavailability of the credit.”
Eliminating HTRG will cost the average homeowner about $200 – $300. The Governor and General Assembly are trying very hard to make sure you don’t notice. Bills hit the postman next month! Excitement!
