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MS HB396

Bill

Status

Failed

3/8/2023

Primary Sponsor

Rob Roberson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the Mississippi Development Authority's (MDA) deadline to issue certificates for tourism project sales tax incentive program participation from July 1, 2023 to July 1, 2026

  • Requires applicants to pay a $5,000 application fee and submit plans, project descriptions, financing details, and an independent study on anticipated out-of-state visitor numbers

  • Cultural retail attractions remain ineligible for new certificates, with that category's deadline having expired on July 1, 2014

  • MDA must arrange for a cost-benefit analysis of tourism projects by a state institution of higher learning, the University Research Center, or another MDA-approved entity

  • Contains a contradictory repeal clause stating the act shall stand repealed on June 30, 2023, despite having an effective date of July 1, 2023

Legislative Description

Tourism Project Sales Tax Incentive Program; extend authority of MDA to approve participants for projects.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

3/8/2023

Committee Referrals

Finance2/13/2023
Ways and Means1/10/2023

Full Bill Text

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