Bill > HB2496

This bill authorizes certain cities in Missouri to impose a transient guest tax (a tax on hotel and motel room charges) of up to 5% for the purpose of promoting tourism, if approved by voters in the city or county. The bill specifies the cities and counties eligible to impose this tax, as well as some exceptions where the tax cannot be imposed. The bill also outlines the ballot language and voting requirements for the tax to be approved. The tax proceeds must be used solely for tourism promotion.