Suspending the State Gas Tax
This week under the Gold Dome was packed full of committee hearings, constituent meetings, and long legislative days as we head toward the home stretch of the 2026 Legislative Session.
From property tax relief and income tax reductions to lowering insurance costs, expanding access to healthcare, and strengthening literacy rates, the House is working around the clock to pass strong, commonsense policies that uplift communities and improve the lives of citizens across our state.
Suspending the State Gas Tax
On Monday, the Georgia House passed HB 1199, our proposal to suspend the state gas tax for 60 days, as businesses and citizens face rising diesel and gas costs. Today, we joined Governor Kemp and our colleagues in the Senate as the bill was signed into law, immediately providing nearly $400 million in direct relief for hardworking Georgians and the businesses that keep our state moving.
In addition, Governor Kemp signed HB 1000, which returns over $1 billion directly back to the taxpayers of our state through a fourth one-time special tax rebate.
These are just two of the measures the House has championed this session to deliver much-needed financial relief to our fellow Georgians. The House is working to further reduce the state income tax rate, put an end to skyrocketing property tax bills, and slash insurance rates.
Here in Georgia, we aren’t just talking about addressing affordability; we’re delivering results, and we aren’t finished yet. We look forward to getting each of these measures across the finish line and onto Governor Kemp’s desk to be signed into law.
Pictured with members of the Georgia General Assembly as Governor Kemp Signs Legislation Suspending the State Motor Fuel Tax
Federal Hurricane Helene Relief Applications Now Open
Applications for federal relief through the Georgia Hurricane Helene Block Grant are now open and will remain open through April 27, 2026. To learn more about eligibility requirements and application procedures, please visit www.farmrecovery.com.
House Bill 1193 Receives Support of Georgia Education Organizations
This week, the House received a letter of support for the Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026 from four of the state’s leading education advocacy organizations, including the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders, the Georgia School Boards Association, the Georgia School Superintendents Association, and the Professional Association of Georgia Educators.
The House is honored to have the support of these organizations that have been incredible partners as we work to ensure every child across our great state has an opportunity to receive a quality education.
Right now, only one in three children can read on grade level by the time they leave third grade, which is why it’s time we make this critical investment in the future of our children and our state. We are committed to providing our teachers, literacy coaches and school systems with every resource they need to put this plan in action and get Georgia reading.
The House couldn’t have asked for a more dedicated champion for children and literacy than Dayle, which is why I was proud to see her honored for her work by the Georgia Public Library Service and the Capitol Policy Leadership Institute.
We are just two weeks away from the last day of the 2026 Legislative Session, and the House remains committed to pursuing solutions to the issues that matter most to our communities, constituents, and entire state.
I hope to hear from you soon!
My best,
Speaker Jon Burns