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MS SB2262

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Albert Butler

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Town of Meadville, Mississippi to levy a 3% tax on gross proceeds from room rentals at hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts with six or more guest rooms, excluding stays of 30 days or longer

  • Tax revenue must be used exclusively to promote tourism and parks and recreation, and cannot be treated as general fund revenue

  • Requires voter approval through an election where at least 60% of qualified electors voting must approve the tax before implementation

  • Mississippi Department of Revenue will collect the tax and retain 3% for administrative costs, remitting the remainder to Meadville by the 15th of each month following collection

  • Act automatically repeals on July 1, 2030

Legislative Description

Town of Meadville; authorize tax on hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts for tourism and parks and recreation.

Last Action

DR - TSDP: LP To FI

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Local and Private1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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