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MS HB1509

Bill

Status

Passed

4/5/2021

Primary Sponsor

Brent Anderson

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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 Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau and its associated hotel/motel tax

  • Maintains the existing tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds from room rentals at hotels, motels, and similar establishments for stays of 90 days or less in Hancock County

  • Tax proceeds fund the nine-member Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau, with members appointed by the Board of Supervisors, the Cities of Bay St. Louis and Waveland, and the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce

  • Revenue collected is dedicated solely to promoting tourism and tourism-related activities in Hancock County, with the Department of Revenue retaining 3% for collection costs

  • Board of Supervisors may direct tax proceeds either to the Hancock County Tourism Bureau or the Mississippi Gulf Coast Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau

Legislative Description

Hancock County; extend the date of repeal on the Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau and hotel/motel tax.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/5/2021

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/23/2021
Local and Private Legislation3/10/2021

Full Bill Text

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