Legislative Priorities and ideas

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• Utility Bills

Massive data centers should never cause higher power or water bills for local families. I support fair-share rules that keep the cost burden off ordinary ratepayers.
 

• Transparency & Non-Disclosure Agreements

Utilities and corporations shouldn’t hide the true costs of these facilities behind NDAs. I support full transparency so communities can see how data centers impact their grid, water supply, and future rates.
 

• Community Input & Local Approval

No data center should be approved without the direct consent of the community it affects. I support requiring a local vote before any large-scale data center project can move forward. this item.

 • Local Investment Instead of Higher Property Taxes

Rural schools need support, but homeowners shouldn’t be the ones carrying the entire load. This act will require large commercial projects to contribute to our school systems, providing a commonsense alternative to raising property taxes on working families and retired home owners.
 

• Transparency and Fair Deals for Rural Communities

When big companies receive tax breaks or infrastructure support, they should give back to the local schools that serve the community. This ensures that growth strengthens our schools rather than creating funding gaps that fall on homeowners.
 

• Stronger Schools, Stronger Communities

Investments from large developments help improve rural classrooms, support teachers, expand STEM programs, and create opportunities for local kids, all without putting new pressure on property taxpayers.

 • Supporting Rural Families and Seniors

No child, senior, or working parent in Georgia should go hungry because of a temporary hardship or a gap in assistance. This act strengthens state support for food pantries, school meal programs, and community-based organizations that serve vulnerable families.
 

• Expanding Local Food Access in Rural Areas

Many rural communities don’t have full grocery stores, forcing families to depend on convenience retailers. This act helps attract fresh-food providers, expands mobile markets, and supports local farmers who want to sell directly to their communities.
 

• Protecting SNAP and Emergency Food Services

When federal programs like SNAP come under threat, Georgia needs a state-level safety valve so families aren’t left without help. This act creates emergency bridge funding to ensure kids and seniors don’t lose access to food during political gridlock.

• Freezing Property Taxes for Seniors & Fixed-Income Residents

No senior living on Social Security or fixed income should fear losing their home because of rising property taxes. This act freezes property taxes for homeowners 65 and older, or any resident on permanent disability benefits, so their tax bill can never increase as long as the home remains their primary residence.
 

• Relief for Families in Crisis

Families earning under $55,000 can freeze their property taxes and pause payments when facing a crisis. Illness, job loss, or tragedy should not cost someone their home. Suspended taxes would be settled later, only when the home changes hands, allowing people to stay safe while they recover.

• No Foreclosures on Primary Homes Due to Inability to Pay

Under this act, no Georgian will lose their primary home because they fell behind on property taxes. Any unpaid taxes would be collected later, at the sale of the home or transfer of ownership, ensuring counties are funded while families are protected.

 • Protecting Homebuyers From Old Violations

New homeowners should never be held responsible for the previous owner’s failure to obtain building permits or approvals. This act protects buyers from inherited penalties, fines, or code violations they did not cause.
 

• Common-Sense Fairness for Families

Counties and municipalities would be prohibited from issuing fines, stop-work orders, or penalties against new homeowners for unpermitted work done before they purchased the home. You shouldn’t be punished for someone else’s mistakes.
 

• A Clear Path to Bring Homes Up to Code

Buyers will be allowed to bring the property up to code without fear of retroactive penalties. Local governments would be required to provide a corrective plan focused on safety, not punishment, so families can live safely without financial hardship.

 • Safe, Clean, and Properly Staffed Stores

Large discount retailers must maintain basic safety standards, clear aisles, open fire exits, and at least two employees on duty at all times. No more single-worker stores where one person is expected to run the entire building and handle emergencies alone.

• Honest Pricing and No Hidden Markups

Stores will be required to clearly mark accurate prices on shelves and ensure the price at the register matches what customers see. Repeated scanner errors or hidden markups will result in automatic fines.
 

• Accountability for Repeat Violators

Companies with ongoing safety or pricing violations will face escalating penalties, with all fines paid directly to the county. Chronic offenders may be temporarily shut down until they meet community safety standards.
 

• Respect for Rural Workers and Shoppers

Rural communities deserve stores that are clean, safe, staffed, and fair. This act ensures discount retail chains treat small towns with the same respect they show suburban areas.