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IN HB1353

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/8/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris May

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the city of Bedford to impose a food and beverage tax of up to 1% (in 0.25% increments) on prepared food and beverages sold by retail merchants within the city
  • Requires the city fiscal body to hold at least one public hearing specifically dedicated to discussing the proposed tax before adopting the ordinance
  • Tax revenues must be deposited into a dedicated food and beverage tax receipts fund and used exclusively for public safety purposes, including police, fire, and emergency medical services
  • Tax collection follows the same procedures as the state gross retail tax, with monthly distribution from the state treasurer to the city
  • The tax authority and enabling chapter expire on July 1, 2048

Legislative Description

Bedford food and beverage tax.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Ways and Means

1/8/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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