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MS HB1196

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/22/2023

Primary Sponsor

Daryl Porter

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of McComb's tourism tax authorization from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2027.
  • Authorizes McComb's governing authorities to impose a tourism tax not exceeding 3% on gross proceeds from hotel and motel room rentals within the city.
  • Requires 60% voter approval through municipal election before the tax can be imposed, with publication of notice for at least 3 consecutive weeks prior to election.
  • Dedicates tax proceeds (after 3% retention by Department of Revenue for collection costs) exclusively to promoting tourism, parks, and recreation in the city.
  • Requires separate accounting and annual independent audit of tourism tax revenues and expenditures, included in the city's General Purpose Statement.

Legislative Description

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

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/22/2023

Committee Referrals

Local and Private2/17/2023
Local and Private Legislation1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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