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MS SB2964

Bill

Status

Passed

3/21/2014

Primary Sponsor

Chris Massey

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the City of Hernando to levy a tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds of restaurant sales and up to 2% on gross proceeds of hotel and motel room rentals
  • Requires a voter referendum where 60% of qualified electors voting must approve the tax before it can be imposed
  • Revenue must be collected by the Department of Revenue using state sales tax procedures and placed in a special fund dedicated to promoting tourism and parks and recreation
  • Requires separate accounting of tax revenue with annual independent audits, and mandates revenue be paid to the city by the 15th of the month following collection
  • Sunsets on July 1, 2017

Legislative Description

City of Hernando; authorize the imposition of a tax on restaurants, hotels, and motels.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/21/2014

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation3/11/2014
Local and Private2/19/2014

Full Bill Text

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