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MS HB1531
Bill
Status
4/1/2021
Primary Sponsor
Cedric Burnett
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AI Summary
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Authorizes Tunica County Board of Supervisors to levy a $3.00 per day occupancy assessment on each occupied hotel and motel room located within the Tunica County Convention Center Complex site or the Southern Celebration Urban Renewal District (2,200 acres)
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Creates the Tunica County Convention Center Complex Reserve Fund to hold assessment proceeds, with funds restricted to infrastructure improvements including water, sewer, lighting, and maintenance of the golf course, shooting range, arcade, and proposed water park
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Requires the Board of Supervisors to publish notice of the proposed tax for three consecutive weeks; if 20% or 1,500 qualified electors (whichever is less) petition against it, a public referendum must be held
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Department of Revenue collects the assessment and retains 3% for administrative costs, with remaining proceeds paid to Tunica County by the 15th of each month
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Act repeals on July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Tunica County; authorize occupancy assessment on hotel/motel rooms to fund infrastructure improvements/maintenance for Convention Center Complex.
Last Action
Died In Committee
4/1/2021