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MS SB2183

Bill

Status

Passed

6/29/2020

Primary Sponsor

Benjamin Suber

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Chapter 917, Local and Private Laws of 2015 (as amended) from December 31, 2020 to December 31, 2024
  • Authorizes Houston, Mississippi to levy up to 2% tax on hotel and motel room rentals and up to 2% tax on restaurant gross sales proceeds
  • Tax revenue is dedicated to promoting tourism and parks and recreation, with 3% retained by the Department of Revenue for collection costs
  • Requires approval by 60% of qualified city electors voting in favor before the tax can be imposed
  • Requires separate accounting and annual independent audits of tax receipts and expenditures

Legislative Description

City of Houston; extend repeal date for tax on restaurants, hotels and motels for tourism and parks and recreation.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

6/29/2020

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation6/12/2020
Local and Private1/29/2020

Full Bill Text

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