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MS HB1733

Bill

Status

Failed

4/5/2022

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau and its associated taxes from July 1, 2022 to July 1, 2026.

  • Authorizes Jackson's governing authorities to levy an additional tax of up to one-half of one percent (0.5%) on gross proceeds from hotel and motel room rentals, subject to approval by 60% of voters in a local election.

  • Maintains the existing one percent (1%) tax on gross proceeds of sales from restaurants, hotels, and motels to fund the bureau's tourism and convention promotion activities.

  • Requires the Department of Revenue to collect all taxes and remit proceeds to the city, which forwards funds to the bureau within 10 days; the state retains 3% of collections for administrative costs.

  • Dedicates all tax proceeds solely for tourism and convention promotion programs designated by the Jackson Convention and Visitors Bureau; funds cannot be used as general revenue.

Legislative Description

City of Jackson; extend repeal date on convention and visitors bureau and authorize increase in hotel/motel tax.

Last Action

Died In Committee

4/5/2022

Committee Referrals

Local and Private Legislation3/2/2022

Full Bill Text

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