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MA H2641
MA H2641Relative to the application of the local option room occupancy excise tax to seasonal rental properties in the town of Wellfleet
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Wellfleet be authorized to establish a room occupancy tax on vacation rentals. Revenue. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Wellfleet to establish a local room occupancy excise tax of up to 5% on seasonal rental properties and other transient accommodations within the town. It defines key terms like "occupancy" and "seasonal rental property or other transient accommodations," and exempts properties where the total rent is less than $15 per day or properties otherwise exempt under state law. The bill requires operators of these properties to assess, collect, report, and pay the excise tax in the same manner as other operators under state law.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4244 (on 02/22/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2641 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2641.pdf |
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