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MS SB3027

Bill

Status

Passed

4/5/2017

Primary Sponsor

Brice Wiggins

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of a prepared foods tax in Pascagoula from July 1, 2018 to July 1, 2022.

  • Authorizes Pascagoula's governing authorities to levy a tax not exceeding 2% on gross proceeds from prepared food sales by restaurants in the city.

  • Requires a referendum with at least 60% voter approval before the tax can be implemented, with notice published for three consecutive weeks.

  • Dedicates all tax revenue solely to implementing the Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan adopted October 16, 2012.

  • Requires separate accounting and annual independent audits of tax revenue and expenditures, with collection handled by the Mississippi Department of Revenue using state sales tax procedures.

Legislative Description

City of Pascagoula; extend the repeal date on tourism tax authorized to be levied on prepared foods sold at restaurants.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/5/2017

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation3/27/2017
Local and Private2/16/2017

Full Bill Text

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