Democrats vow to fight Richardson's tax plan.

House Speaker Glenn Richardson's plan to reduce property taxes and raise sales taxes on groceries and personal services could be in trouble.

House and Senate Democrats stood on the steps of the state captiol today and accused Republicans of trying to pass 175 new taxes. It was a direct attack on Richardson constitutional amendment meant to help property owners.

It would eliminate the school portion of property taxes in exchange for more sales taxes. House Minority Leader Dubose Porter of Dublin says Demcorats can’t support taxing groceries and many personal services.

"The Republican Tax plan puts 175 new taxes on Georgians from Grits to Graves," he said

Glenn Richardson called the Republican's charge "rediculous political posturing." He said he would continue to fight for his tax plan.

In order to pass as a constitutional ammendment, Richardson would need a two thirds majority. Democrats say they have enough votes to block it if it comes to the house floor.