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MS SB2926

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Brian Rhodes

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date for the City of Richland's hotel/motel tourism tax from July 1, 2026 to July 1, 2030
  • Authorizes a 3% tax on gross proceeds of room rentals at hotels and motels within Richland city limits
  • Tax revenue must be used exclusively for promoting tourism and parks and recreation
  • Tax proceeds must be kept in a separate special fund, not commingled with general revenues, and audited annually by an independent certified public accountant
  • Original tax authority was established in 2018 and previously extended in 2022, requiring 60% voter approval in a local election to impose

Legislative Description

City of Richland; extend date of repeal on hotel/motel tourism tax.

Last Action

Title Suff Do Pass

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Local and Private2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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