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MS HB1891
Bill
Status
3/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
Brent Anderson
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AI Summary
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Extends the repeal date of the Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2029
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Continues the hotel and motel tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds from room rentals (for stays of 90 days or less) to fund tourism promotion in Hancock County
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Maintains the nine-member Tourism Development Bureau structure with appointments from the Board of Supervisors, Cities of Bay St. Louis and Waveland, and the Hancock County Chamber of Commerce
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Tax proceeds, after a 3% Department of Revenue collection fee, must be used solely for promoting tourism and tourism-related activities through either the Hancock County Tourism Bureau or the Mississippi Gulf Coast Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau
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Exempts complimentary rooms provided by casinos and nontaxable rooms from the tax
Legislative Description
Hancock County; extend the date of repeal on the Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau and hotel/motel tax.
Last Action
Approved by Governor
3/28/2025