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MS HB1383
Bill
Status
Failed
2/22/2023
Primary Sponsor
Earle Banks
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AI Summary
- Municipalities with population of 150,000 or more may impose a 1-cent per gallon excise tax on gasoline and diesel fuel retail sales after voter approval
- Governing authorities must adopt a resolution declaring intent to levy the tax and call for an election, with notice published weekly for at least 3 consecutive weeks starting at least 21 days before the election
- Tax requires approval by majority of qualified electors voting in the election before implementation; effective date is the first day of the second month following adoption of levy resolution
- Department of Revenue collects the tax, retains 1% for collection costs, and remits proceeds to the municipality by the 15th of the following month
- Tax proceeds must be placed in a separate municipal fund and used solely for repair, maintenance, and reconstruction of roads, streets, and bridges in the municipality
Legislative Description
Fuel tax; authorize certain municipalities to impose after an election to be used for road and bridge repair and maintenance.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/22/2023
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means1/16/2023
Full Bill Text
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