Georgia taxes fall in April, but budget picture still bright

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp speaks at a press conference at the state capitol. (Matthew Pearson/WABE)

Georgia remains on track for another budget surplus, even after the state’s tax revenues fell in April.

The state has collected $27.8 billion in General Fund revenue through April, according to figures released Tuesday by Gov. Brian Kemp.

That’s only about 1% more than last year, with revenue growth slowing down after running red hot during the pandemic.