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MS HB1483

Bill

Status

Passed

4/14/2021

Primary Sponsor

John Lamar

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date from July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2025 for the City of Senatobia's authority to levy taxes on hotels, motels, and restaurants

  • Allows a tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds of hotel and motel room rentals for establishments with 6 or more guest rooms

  • Allows a tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds of restaurant sales for prepared food and beverages consumed on premises

  • Tax revenue must be used exclusively for parks, recreation, and tourism development, not general fund purposes

  • Tax implementation requires approval by 60% of qualified voters in a local election, with the Department of Revenue collecting the tax and retaining 3% for administrative costs

Legislative Description

City of Senatobia; extend repeal date on hotel/motel tourism tax.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/14/2021

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/12/2021
Local and Private Legislation3/3/2021

Full Bill Text

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