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Introduced
02/21/2025
02/21/2025
In Committee
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
Crossed Over
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Passed
04/07/2025
04/07/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/13/2025
05/13/2025
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To authorize the governing authority of the City of Euharlee to levy an excise tax pursuant to subsection (b) of Code Section 48-13-51 of the O.C.G.A.; to provide procedures, conditions, and limitations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the City of Euharlee to levy an excise tax on lodging (such as hotels, motels, and campgrounds) at a rate not exceeding 8 percent of the charge for rooms or accommodations. The bill is based on a resolution passed by the city's governing authority on February 4, 2025, which specifies the tax rate and its intended use. Specifically, the bill requires that at least 50 percent of the tax collected above a 5 percent base rate must be used for promoting tourism, conventions, and trade shows through a designated destination marketing organization. The remaining excess tax revenue will be used for tourism product development. The excise tax is authorized under Georgia Code Section 48-13-51, which provides municipalities with the ability to impose such taxes. The bill ensures that the additional tax revenue will be strategically used to boost tourism and related economic activities in the City of Euharlee.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Effective Date 2025-05-13 (on 05/13/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70648 |
BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/235710 |
BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/233392 |
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