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GA HB1225

Bill

Status

Passed

4/11/2012

Primary Sponsor

Jay Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the City of Moultrie to levy an excise tax of up to 7% on charges for rooms, lodgings, and accommodations at hotels, motels, inns, lodges, tourist camps, campgrounds, and similar establishments within the city.
  • The City of Moultrie adopted Resolution No. R02-2012-03 on February 7, 2012, formally requesting the General Assembly to authorize this tax under O.C.G.A. § 48-13-51(b).
  • At least 50% of the tax revenue collected above the 5% rate must be spent on promoting tourism, conventions, and trade shows through the city's designated destination marketing organization.
  • The remaining portion of revenue collected above the 5% rate must be expended on tourism product development.
  • Sponsored by Representative Powell of the 171st District and passed both the House and Senate.

Legislative Description

Moultrie, City of; levy an excise tax

Last Action

Effective Date

4/11/2012

Committee Referrals

State and Local Governmental Operations3/19/2012
Intragovernmental Coordination - Local3/12/2012

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