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GA HB534
Bill
Status
Passed
5/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Derrick Jackson
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the City of Fairburn to levy an excise tax of up to 8% on hotel, motel, and short-term lodging accommodations
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Follows a resolution adopted by Fairburn's governing authority on January 13, 2025, specifying the tax rate, projects, and fund allocation
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Requires at least 50% of revenue collected above the 5% base rate to be spent on promoting tourism, conventions, and trade shows through the city's designated destination marketing organization
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Remaining revenue above the 5% threshold must be used for tourism product development
Legislative Description
Fairburn, City of; levy an excise tax
Last Action
Effective Date 2025-05-13
5/13/2025
Committee Referrals
State and Local Governmental Operations3/6/2025
Intragovernmental Coordination2/20/2025
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