Georgia lawmakers approve $300M in farm and timber tax breaks after Hurricane Helene

Vehicles move slowly around trees that have fallen after Hurricane Helene moved through the area, Sept. 27, 2024, in Valdosta, Ga. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart, File)

Georgia lawmakers on Friday approved tax breaks for farmers and timber owners harmed by Hurricane Helene that could be worth nearly $300 million.

House members voted unanimously to send the bill to Gov. Brian Kemp for his approval.

“This is a part of the Hurricane Helene recovery package that specifically addresses issues for farmers and foresters,” said House Majority Whip James Burchett, a Republican from Waycross.