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Brent is from Newton County. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management form James Madison University and a Master’s in Human Resources Management from DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management. He currently resides in Social Circle, Georgia with his wife Nyasha and their three adult sons. He is currently a member of the Vehicle Standing Committee at the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA).

Brent is the Director of Regulatory Compliance for the Georgia Department of Drivers services. He previously worked for the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) as an Assistant Director and as the Director of Motor Vehicles. He also served as the Deputy Tax Commissioner and Tax Administrator with the Dekalb County Tax Commissioner's Office. 

This is Brett Bennet's first entry into politics. 

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Plans to enhance customer service as Tax Commissioner by ensuring office transparency, streamlining processes, reducing wait times, and utilizing technology for data-driven improvements, aiming for greater efficiency and effective communication with taxpayers.

Plans to enhance customer service as Tax Commissioner by modernizing processes, utilizing technology, and installing data-driven improvements, aiming to improve communication and efficiency with taxpayers.

Said, "Responsible Fiscal Management: I am a firm believer in responsible fiscal management of taxpayer dollars. Operating efficiently and effectively is a top priority for me, and I will take full responsibility for every dollar spent under my watch."

Said efficient and effective use of tax funds is a key priority. 

Said, "Objective and Accurate Tax Collections: As Tax Commissioner, I will ensure that all tax collections are objective and accurate. I will work to ensure that there is no bias or favoritism in the collection process."

Said, "I will ensure that all tax collections are objective and accurate...[and] that there is no bias or favoritism in the collection process."

Said, "Professional Development: As Tax Commissioner, I will prioritize professional development for myself and my staff... I will ensure that my staff is properly trained to provide the best possible service to taxpayers."

Plans to prioritize professional development for all Tax Office employees and provide staff training. 

Said, "I believe in working collaboratively with other government agencies ... to better serve the residents of Newton County. I will also prioritize community outreach and education to ensure that taxpayers understand the tax process and their rights."

Wants to work with outside government agencies and plans to focus on community outreach and education to promote a greater citizen understanding of the tax process and their rights. 

- Plans to enhance customer service as Tax Commissioner by modernizing processes, utilizing technology, and installing data-driven improvements, aiming to improve communication and efficiency with taxpayers.
- Said efficient and effective use of tax funds is a key priority. 
- Said, "I will ensure that all tax collections are objective and accurate...[and] that there is no bias or favoritism in the collection process."
- Plans to prioritize professional development for all Tax Office employees and provide staff training. 
- Wants to work with outside government agencies and plans to focus on community outreach and education to promote a greater citizen understanding of the tax process and their rights. 

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Brent Bennett

Brent Bennett is the Director of Regulatory Compliance for the Georgia Department of Drivers services. He previously worked for the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) as an Assistant Director and as the Director of Motor Vehicles. He also served as the Deputy Tax Commissioner and Tax Administrator with the Dekalb County Tax Commissioner's Office. 

Said, "We are committed to transparency in campaign financing. All donations will be reported in compliance with campaign finance regulations, and your information will remain confidential."

Said, "I believe it is time for a positive change based on collaboration, resourcefulness, and accountability... the need for a Tax Commissioner who understands the intricate balance between governmental fiscal responsibility and citizens’ interests has never been more critical."

Brent Bennett received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management form James Madison University and a Master’s in Human Resources Management from Keller Graduate School of Management. He has been a resident of Newton County, Georgia, since 2001, and currently lives in Social Circle with his wife Nyasha of 27 years and their three adult sons: Jabari, Jelani, and Jalen.

Brent Bennett has over 20 years of managerial experience and has served as the Motor Vehicle Director at the Department of Revenue (DOR). He has also held the position of Motor Vehicle Director in DeKalb County, where he led the metro Atlanta Tag Managers group. Additionally, he is a member of the Vehicle Standing Committee at the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA).

As of April 9, 2024, Brent Bennett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The candidate's website says, "This would include optimizing the physical layout of the office and streamlining the customer journey from the entrance to the exit. This may include measures such as clear signage, queuing systems, and efficient staff allocation to reduce wait times."

Supports improving the customer flow through measures such as clear signage, queuing systems, and efficient staff allocation to reduce wait times."

The candidate's website says, "This can have a significant impact on the quality of customer service provided... Additionally, providing opportunities for overall professional development can boost staff morale and contribute to their long-term growth within the company."

- Plans to enhance customer service as Tax Commissioner by ensuring office transparency, streamlining processes, reducing wait times, and utilizing technology for data-driven improvements, aiming for greater efficiency and effective communication with taxpayers.
- Said, "Responsible Fiscal Management: I am a firm believer in responsible fiscal management of taxpayer dollars. Operating efficiently and effectively is a top priority for me, and I will take full responsibility for every dollar spent under my watch."
- Said, "Objective and Accurate Tax Collections: As Tax Commissioner, I will ensure that all tax collections are objective and accurate. I will work to ensure that there is no bias or favoritism in the collection process."
- Said, "Professional Development: As Tax Commissioner, I will prioritize professional development for myself and my staff... I will ensure that my staff is properly trained to provide the best possible service to taxpayers."
- Said, "We are committed to transparency in campaign financing. All donations will be reported in compliance with campaign finance regulations, and your information will remain confidential."
- Said, "I believe in working collaboratively with other government agencies ... to better serve the residents of Newton County. I will also prioritize community outreach and education to ensure that taxpayers understand the tax process and their rights."
- Said, "I believe it is time for a positive change based on collaboration, resourcefulness, and accountability... the need for a Tax Commissioner who understands the intricate balance between governmental fiscal responsibility and citizens’ interests has never been more critical."

Brent Bennett, originally from Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, moved to the United States in 1991 on a soccer scholarship for college. He has been a resident of Newton County, Georgia, since 2001, and currently lives in Social Circle with his wife Nyasha of 27 years and their three adult sons: Jabari, Jelani, and Jalen. Information about where he attended school or what church he attends is not provided.

As of April 3, 2024, Brent Bennett’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Tax Commissioners are elected at the county level, and their job is to oversee most phases of the taxing process. These responsibilities include billing, collecting, processing, and distributing taxes. They are generally in charge of property taxes, solid waste fees, public utilities, and renewing your vehicle tag. Notably, the Tax Commissioner does not determine how much taxes you pay. Because taxes are a source of revenue for counties, the tax commissioners’ work is ultimately beneficial to individual cities, education, transportation, and other local services. In addition to administering tax laws, the department is responsible for enforcing laws and  regulations pertaining to the control of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products in Georgia as well as motor vehicle license plate and title administration.

Oversees the taxing process in the county