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DEL.ICIO.USChild-care tax credit headed to governor
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Georgia’s working families will get a break on their income taxes this year under a child-care tax credit approved by the General Assembly.
Gov. Sonny Perdue announced his intention to help working families with their child-care expenses through a tax reduction during his State of the State speech in January.
State lawmakers moved quickly on the governor’s initiative. House Bill 1080 passed the House earlier this month with a unanimous vote, and cleared the Senate on Tuesday by a vote of 50 to zero. Perdue is expected to sign the measure into law soon.
“Child care is a critical need for many families in Georgia,� Perdue said in a statement. “Assisting hard working parents with these costs is a practical step government can take to help create conditions for economic prosperity and improve the safety and well-being of our young people.�
Sen. Casey Cagle (R-Gainesville) said the measure will save many Georgia families about $50 to $150 per year, depending on their child care costs and income level.
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