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MS HB4171

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joey Hood

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Town of Ackerman, Mississippi to levy a tax of up to 2% on gross sales of restaurants to fund tourism and parks and recreation
  • Requires approval by 60% of qualified electors in a town election before the tax can be imposed
  • Exempts school cafeterias, hospitals, nursing homes, and medical clinic food facilities from the tax
  • Revenue must be deposited in a special fund separate from general funds and audited annually by an independent certified public accountant
  • The act expires on July 1, 2030

Legislative Description

Town of Ackerman; authorize the levying of a tax on restaurants to promote tourism, parks and recreation.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

4/15/2026

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/26/2026
Local and Private Legislation3/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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