Georgia Governor Kemp Signs Agriculture Bills to Support Farmers and Foresters
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a series of bills aimed at supporting the state's agriculture and forestry sectors. The signing ceremony, attended by First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker Jon Burns, and other key figures, marked the enactment of several legislative measures. These include HB1159, which exempts certain payments to farmers from state income tax, and HB134, which expands tax credits for forestry manufacturers. Other bills signed include HB983, protecting prescribed burning practices, and SB 306, which streamlines the Conservation Use Valuation Assessment process. Governor Kemp emphasized the resilience of Georgia's farming and forestry families and their critical role in the state's economy. 
