MS HB1717

Extends the repeal date from July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2021 for the Town of Sardis, Mississippi's authority to levy a tax of up to 3% on hotel/motel room rentals and restaurant sales

Tax revenue must be dedicated solely to enhancing tourism, industrial and economic development, and parks and recreation facilities

Requires the governing authorities to adopt a resolution within 60 days declaring intent to continue the tax and publish it in a local newspaper

If 20% or 1,500 qualified electors (whichever is less) file a written protest, an election must be held on whether to continue the tax

If a majority of voters oppose continuing the tax, it must be discontinued on the first day of the month following certification of election results