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MS HB1712

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

3/29/2019

Primary Sponsor

Charles Busby

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date for Pascagoula's hotel, motel, and bed-and-breakfast room rental tax from July 1, 2017 to July 1, 2023
  • Authorizes the city to levy a tax not exceeding 3% on gross proceeds from room rentals at hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfasts
  • Requires a referendum with at least 60% voter approval before the tax can be imposed, held during the next municipal general election
  • Dedicates all tax proceeds exclusively to promoting tourism, economic development, and recreation in the city
  • Requires separate accounting and annual independent audits of tax revenues and expenditures

Legislative Description

City of Pascagoula; extend repeal date on tax on hotels, motels and B&Bs to promote tourism.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/29/2019

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation2/27/2019

Full Bill Text

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