The Georgia House has voted to boost spending on Hurricane Helene relief, adding $75 million each for farmer loans and timber cleanup.
To cover this, they cut some of the governor’s plans for prison and construction. They also approved a $1 billion tax rebate plan and more funding for rural communities, hospitals, and human resource staff.
Additionally, the money allocated for timber cleanup on private lands will benefit rural communities that rely on the industry.
The plan must still be approved by the Georgia Senate and governor.
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