Measure on the ballot in the 2018 Georgia 2018 General Election in Georgia.
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Get StartedA “yes” vote dedicates up to 80 percent of revenue from sales taxes on outdoor recreation equipment to a land conservation fund. The current sales tax rate would remain the same.
A “no” vote opposes dedicating up to 80 percent of revenue from sales taxes on outdoor recreation equipment to a land conservation fund.
According to the Georgia Conservancy, the amendment would dedicate approximately $20 million annually to protect drinking water sources, acquire and improve parks and trails, and maintain access to state parks and wildlife management areas. The vote would not create any new taxes or fees., in support of Amendment 1 (Learn more)
According to The Business Journals, this amendment would increase the amount of land Georgia acquires for permanent protection and would divert sales tax revenue from other important state programs., in opposition to Amendment 1 (Learn more)
This amendment would redirect up to 80 percent of revenue from sales taxes on sporting goods to a new Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund, which would be used to improve state parks and protect clean water, forests, and wildlife.
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