(The Center Square) – The chief judge of Georgia's newly created tax court is a familiar face. Gov. Brian Kemp announced Tuesday that State Revenue Commissioner Frank O'Connell has been ...

on July 1, 2026. In November, 51.88% of Georgia voters approved a constitutional amendment to establish the new state tax court.

During his 21-year career with the state, O'Connell has served in several jobs, including Deputy Commissioner and General Counsel for the Georgia Department of Revenue, according to the governor's ...