Who can get Georgia’s $1,000 tax rebate in 2026? $2 billion surplus plan details and qualifications

The Georgia Senate passed the revised budget 49-0, while the House of Representatives passed the budget with only two Republican dissenting votes, The Center Square and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported.

Supporters say the relief measure would combine income tax rebates with property tax cuts funded by surplus revenue.

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Additionally, lawmakers allocated $850 million for property tax relief. Supporters say when the two measures are combined, many families could receive benefits close to $1,000.

According to “The Center Square”, House Appropriations Committee Chairman Rep. Matt Hatchett said: “In these two relief measures, the agency will return $2 billion to the citizens of the state. This means that many families may receive up to $1,000 in taxpayer funds this year.”

Refunds are expected to be issued using the payment method selected on taxpayer” returns are typically processed six to eight weeks after the filing deadline.

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In addition to the tax relief, the budget restores a one-time $2,000 wage subsidy for state employees and teachers.

Lawmakers also approved construction of a new $409 million forensic mental health facility, said to be the first of its kind in more than 60 years.

The mid-year spending plan now awaits the governor’s decision.