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MS HB1788

Bill

Status

Passed

3/22/2023

Primary Sponsor

Ken Morgan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date from July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2028, for the City of Columbia, Mississippi's authority to levy tourism and recreation taxes on hotels, motels, and restaurants

  • Authorizes a tax of up to 3% on gross proceeds of hotel and motel room rentals within the city

  • Authorizes a tax of up to 3% on gross proceeds of restaurant sales for prepared food and beverages within the city

  • Requires voter approval with at least 60% of qualified electors voting in favor before the tax can be imposed

  • Tax revenue must be placed in a special fund separate from general funds and used exclusively for promoting tourism and parks and recreation

Legislative Description

City of Columbia; extend repeal date on hotel/motel and restaurant tourism tax.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/22/2023

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/10/2023
Local and Private Legislation3/1/2023

Full Bill Text

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