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MS HB1788
MS HB1788Town of Meadville; authorize tax on hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts for tourism and parks and recreation.
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Introduced
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Authorize The Governing Authorities Of The Town Of Meadville, Mississippi, To Levy A 3% Tax Upon The Gross Proceeds From Room Rentals Of Hotels, Motels, And Bed And Breakfasts Within The Town, Excluding The Gross Proceeds Of Such Rentals Of 30 Days Or Longer, And To Utilize The Revenue From The Tax To Promote Tourism And Parks And Recreation; To Require That, Before Such Tax May Be Levied, An Election Be Held On The Question; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the governing authorities of the Town of Meadville, Mississippi, to impose a tax of up to 3% on the gross proceeds from room rentals at hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts within the town, with an exemption for rentals of 30 days or longer. The revenue generated from this tax is to be used exclusively for promoting tourism and supporting parks and recreation. Before this tax can be implemented, the town must hold a public election where at least 60% of the qualified voters who participate must vote in favor of the tax. The bill also outlines procedures for budgeting, accounting, and auditing the use of these funds, and it specifies that the tax will be repealed on July 1, 2030.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred To Local and Private Legislation (on 01/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2026/pdf/history/HB/HB1788.xml |
| BillText | https://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2026/html/HB/1700-1799/HB1788IN.htm |
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