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MS HB1090

MS HB1090
Tourism project sales tax incentive program; revise definition of "tourism project," extend authority of MDA to approve participants.


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Introduced
02/17/2020
In Committee
02/28/2020
Crossed Over
02/26/2020
Passed
Dead
06/17/2020

Introduced Session

2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Section 57-26-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Revise The Definition Of The Term "tourism Project" For Purposes Of The Tourism Project Sales Tax Incentive Program; To Amend Section 57-26-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Extend Until July 1, 2023, The Authority Of The Mississippi Development Authority To Issue Certificates Designating An Entity As An Approved Participant And Authorizing The Approved Participant To Participate In The Tourism Project Sales Tax Incentive Program; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill revises the definition of "tourism project" for the purposes of the Tourism Project Sales Tax Incentive Program in Mississippi. It extends the authority of the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) to issue certificates designating an entity as an approved participant and authorizing the approved participant to participate in the program until July 1, 2023. The bill adds specific counties and districts where the minimum private investment per guest room or suite for a full-service hotel tourism project can be lower than the general requirement. It also makes a technical correction to remove an unnecessary word from the existing law.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Died On Calendar (on 06/17/2020)

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