Housing Affordability & Taxes
Rising housing costs and increasing property taxes are putting real pressure on families across Cherokee County. I support state policies that encourage a wider range of housing options, while protecting established neighborhoods.
I am also deeply concerned about statewide efforts to eliminate Georgia state taxes. While it may sound appealing, notice that there has been no transparency about what state services would be cut and what other taxes would be imposed. Certainly, critical services for our community would be eliminated and sales taxes would increase dramatically, both of which would disproportionately hurt middle class families and benefit the wealthy.
The reality is that when state revenue disappears, the cost doesn’t — it gets shifted onto
local property taxes, fees, and reduced public services. Homeowners, especially seniors and working families, would pay more, not less. State taxes fund schools, transportation, public safety, and healthcare access. When funding is cut, housing becomes less affordable, infrastructure falls behind, and communities struggle to maintain essential services. I will advocate for
responsible, sustainable tax policies that keep Georgia competitive while protecting families and local communities.