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MS HB1654

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jimmy Fondren

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of the prepared food sales tax in Pascagoula from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2029
  • Authorizes Pascagoula's governing authorities to levy a tax not exceeding 2% on gross proceeds from prepared food sales at restaurants in the city
  • Requires a referendum with at least 60% voter approval before the tax can be imposed, with notice published for three consecutive weeks
  • Dedicates tax revenue solely to implementing the city's Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan adopted October 16, 2012
  • Requires separate accounting and annual independent audits of the tax revenue, with expenses paid from the fund

Legislative Description

City of Pascagoula; extend tourism tax levied on prepared food sold at restaurants.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/13/2025
Local and Private Legislation1/29/2025

Full Bill Text

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