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MS HB1936

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lataisha Jackson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Chapter 927, Local and Private Laws of 2014 from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2029 for the Town of Como's authority to levy taxes on hotels, motels, and restaurants
  • Authorizes the Town of Como to levy a tax up to $1.00 per night on occupied hotel and motel rooms within the town
  • Authorizes the Town of Como to levy a tax up to 2% on gross proceeds from food and beverage sales at restaurants within the town
  • Tax revenue is dedicated solely to promoting tourism and parks and recreation in the Town of Como and surrounding area, with 3% retained by the Department of Revenue for collection costs
  • Tax implementation requires a resolution from governing authorities, publication of notice for three consecutive weeks, and approval by 60% of qualified electors voting in a special election

Legislative Description

Town of Como; extend date of repeal to levy tax on hotels, motels and restaurants.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

3/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/13/2025
Local and Private Legislation2/26/2025

Full Bill Text

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