ATLANTA (February 12, 2026) — Today, Senate Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) joined his Senate Republican Caucus colleagues in passing Senate Bill 476 and Senate Bill 477 sponsored by Sen. Blake Tillery (R–Vidalia). These historic measures will deliver the largest tax relief in Georgia’s history and will position the state to completely eliminate the state income tax.
Continue readingSenate Majority Caucus to Hold Press Conference Announcing 2026 Legislative Priorities
ATLANTA (January 12, 2026) — On Tuesday, January 13, at 2:30 p.m., the Georgia Senate Majority Caucus will hold a press conference to outline its legislative priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session.
Continue readingAnavitarte: A Christmas Reflection on Georgia’s Resilience
By: Majority Leader Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas)
As Christmas approaches, Georgians across our state are arriving at the end of a long, exhausting year. Whether you live in a small town, in the mountains, along the coast, or in the city, you don’t need an economist to tell you that 2025 has tested families in ways Washington still seems unwilling to understand.
Continue readingSenator Jason Anavitarte Elected Senate Majority Leader
ATLANTA (June 17, 2025) — The Georgia Senate Republican Caucus today elected Senator Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) as Majority Leader of the Georgia State Senate. He will assume the role immediately, serving as the principal legislative strategist and floor leader for the Senate Republican Caucus heading into the remainder of the 2025–2026 legislative biennium.
“I am deeply honored by the trust my colleagues have placed in me,” said Sen. Anavitarte. “The people of Georgia, and the 31st Senate District, elected a Republican majority to lead boldly, govern responsibly, and protect our values. I come from a blue-collar family, and I carry those roots with me every day. Hardworking Georgians across West Georgia and beyond are counting on us, and I intend to meet this moment with focus, discipline, and a commitment to improving lives across our state. As we move through the remainder of the legislative interim, I’m ready to get to work.”
Anavitarte, who previously served as Majority Caucus Chair, brings years of leadership experience to the role. Since joining the Senate in 2021, he has championed legislation to expand school choice, strengthen public safety, support teachers, protect kids and lower taxes.
A former member of both the Doraville City Council and the Paulding County Board of Education, Anavitarte made history early in his career as one of the youngest Hispanic officials elected in the state. He currently represents the 31st Senate District, which includes Paulding and Polk counties.
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Sen. Jason Anavitarte serves as Senate Majority Leader. He represents the 31st Senate District, which includes Polk County and a portion of Paulding County. He may be reached via email at Jason.Anavitarte@senate.ga.gov.
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Sen. Jason Anavitarte and Rep. Trey Kelley Introduce Legislation to Provide for Polk County Homestead Exemptions
ATLANTA (March 31, 2025) — Last week, Sen. Jason Anavitarte (R–Dallas) introduced Senate Bill 356 to allow for residents of Polk County to apply for a homestead exemption from school district ad valorem taxes.
Continue reading “Sen. Jason Anavitarte and Rep. Trey Kelley Introduce Legislation to Provide for Polk County Homestead Exemptions”