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NC S293

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/11/2021

Primary Sponsor

Deanna Ballard

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Town of Wilkesboro to levy an additional room occupancy tax of up to 3% of gross receipts from hotel, motel, inn, and similar accommodations, in addition to the existing 3% tax already authorized
  • The additional tax can only be levied if the town also levies the original 3% occupancy tax authorized under previous law
  • Requires the Wilkesboro Town Council to adopt a resolution creating the Wilkesboro Tourism Development, Convention, and Visitors Bureau as a public authority when levying the occupancy tax
  • Changes Bureau membership requirements so at least one-half (previously three-fourths) of members must be individuals actively involved in promotion of travel and tourism in the town
  • Requires the Tourism Bureau to submit quarterly and annual financial reports to the Town Council detailing receipts and expenditures

Legislative Description

Increase Wilkesboro Occupancy Tax

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Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

3/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Rules and Operations of the Senate3/15/2021

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