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MS HB1807

City of Eupora; authorize tourism tax on hotels/motels/Airbnbs and restaurants.


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Introduced
03/16/2023
In Committee
03/23/2023
Crossed Over
03/23/2023
Passed
03/26/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/03/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of The City Of Eupora, Mississippi, To Levy A Tax That Shall Not Exceed Two Percent Upon The Gross Sales Of Hotels, Motels And Airbnbs Derived From Room Rentals And Upon The Gross Proceeds Of Sales Of Restaurants; To Provide That Such Tax Shall Be Utilized For The Purpose Of Providing Funding To Improve Parks And Recreational Facilities Within The City; To Require An Election Be Held On The Question Of Whether Such Tax May Be Levied; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill would authorize the City of Eupora, Mississippi to levy a tax of up to 2% on the gross sales of hotels, motels, Airbnbs, and restaurants. The tax revenue would be used to fund improvements to the city's parks and recreational facilities. The bill requires the city to hold an election, and the tax can only be implemented if 60% of voters approve it. The tax revenue would be collected by the Mississippi Department of Revenue and remitted to the city, with 3% retained to cover administrative costs. The bill also requires the city to keep separate accounting records for the tax revenue and have an annual independent audit. The authorization for the tax would expire on September 30, 2027.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Approved by Governor (on 04/03/2023)

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