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MS HB1660
Bill
Status
Failed
4/2/2015
Primary Sponsor
William Shirley
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AI Summary
- Authorizes the City of Quitman, Mississippi to impose a special sales tax of up to 1% on goods and services currently taxed at 7% or more under state sales tax law
- Requires approval by at least 3/5 of voters in a local election before the tax can be implemented
- Exempts food and beverages from restaurants, hotel/motel lodging, groceries, prescription drugs, cable/internet services, and telecommunications from the special tax
- Revenue must be used exclusively for building additions and improvements to the Quitman Sports Complex, deposited in a separate fund, and audited annually by an independent CPA
- Mississippi Department of Revenue will collect the tax and retain 3% for administrative costs, with the remainder paid to the city monthly; authority to impose the tax expires July 1, 2020
Legislative Description
City of Quitman; authorize imposition of local sales tax to fund additions/improvements at sports complex.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/2/2015
Committee Referrals
Local and Private Legislation3/4/2015
Full Bill Text
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