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MS HB1754

City of Jackson; authorize increase hotel/motel tax to provide funding for Jackson Convention Center.


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Introduced
03/15/2022
In Committee
03/21/2022
Crossed Over
03/18/2022
Passed
Dead
04/05/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Amend Chapter 1019, Local And Private Laws Of 2004, To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of The City Of Jackson, Mississippi, To Levy An Additional Tax In An Amount Not To Exceed One Percent On Hotels And Motels For The Purpose Of Providing Additional Funding To Support The Jackson Convention Center; To Require That The Levy Of The Additional Tax May Be Imposed Only If Approved At An Election By 60% Of Those Voting; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the governing authorities of the City of Jackson, Mississippi to levy an additional tax of up to 1% on hotel and motel rooms for the purpose of providing additional funding to support the Jackson Convention Center. The levy of the additional tax is subject to approval by 60% of voters in an election. The bill also provides details on the use of the tax revenue, the administration and oversight of the funds, and the conditions for repealing the tax.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 04/05/2022)

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