Georgia collected nearly $2.5 billion in net tax revenue in August, a 3.5% increase from August 2025, extending the overall year-over-year gains recorded in July.

Georgia tax revenue continued rising in July, bolstered by strong receipts from the sales and use tax, which sent more money to local governments.

Georgia tax revenues fell in June, driven by a gas tax suspension and income tax refunds.

The decision was announced Thursday during a briefing on royal finances at which Charles became the first British monarch to reveal the taxes he paid to the government.

In addition to redistricting and addressing voting ballots, the legislature will take up property tax legislation during the special legislative session which starts June 17.

The Portland Clean Energy Fund has raised a billion dollars for climate change action via a retail tax on large corporations in the city. Other cities are starting to shape similar funds.

Income and property tax bills passed during Georgia’s legislative session are now law, part of a series of bills Gov. Brian Kemp signed Monday at the state Capitol.

Gov. Brian Kemp signs income, property tax bills into law

Georgia taxpayers should begin seeing income tax refunds from the state soon.

The average refund so far is $350 more than last year at this time, despite projections that it would be closer to $1,000 due to Republican-led tax changes as part of the Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Homeowners will get relief from their fast-rising property tax bills and may even see tax cuts if Gov. Brian Kemp signs Senate Bill 33 into law. But many other constituencies stand to lose, including one that cannot vote: children in public schools.

Some people are splurging. Others are finding that their refunds are being swallowed up by the rising cost of gas.

Donna sits down with Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark to examine the state’s economic outlook, from rising costs and global conflict to legislative decisions shaping business growth. This episode explores how policy changes, innovation, and workforce development are impacting Georgia businesses. You will hear how small businesses are navigating uncertainty and what leaders are watching under the Gold Dome.

Taxpayers who purchased a new vehicle in 2025 may qualify for a new deduction on their taxes — even if they're not itemizing. But not everyone is eligible.

This week, state Sen. Blake Tillery released his plan for reducing and eventually eliminating the Georgia’s income tax. 

The Price of Democracy tells the history of taxation from colonization to the present day. It's essential reading for anyone who cares about preserving democracy.