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MS SB3389

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Johnny DuPree

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date for the Hattiesburg Tourism Commission from July 1, 2027, to July 1, 2031
  • Continues authorization for a tax of up to 2% on gross proceeds from overnight hotel and motel room rentals in Hattiesburg to fund the commission
  • The Tourism Commission consists of 7 members appointed by the mayor and ratified by city council, including 2 hotel/motel industry representatives, 1 Chamber of Commerce or Economic Development Foundation member, 1 University of Southern Mississippi representative, and 3 at-large members
  • Tax revenues are collected by the Mississippi Department of Revenue, which retains 3% for administrative costs before remitting funds to the city for exclusive use by the Tourism Commission
  • Hotels and motels with 10 or fewer overnight rental units are exempt from the tax

Legislative Description

City of Hattiesburg; extend repealer on tourism commission and hotel/motel tax.

Last Action

Referred To Local and Private

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Local and Private3/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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