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SB 2016

City of Brookhaven; extend repeal date on the tax upon room rentals of hotels, motels and bed-and-breakfast establishments.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jason Barrett

Brookhaven, Mississippi extends its hotel and bed-and-breakfast room rental tax beyond its original expiration date to maintain city revenue.

Approved by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 2016

Legislative bill overview

SB 2016 extends the repeal date for Brookhaven's hotel and bed-and-breakfast room rental tax. The bill delays when this tax would expire, allowing the city to continue collecting this revenue source beyond its originally scheduled termination date.

Why is this important

Room rental taxes are a significant revenue source for many municipalities, funding infrastructure, tourism promotion, and local services. By extending the tax rather than allowing it to expire, Brookhaven maintains budget stability and ongoing funding for city operations and programs that depend on this revenue stream.

Potential points of contention

  • Impact on hospitality industry: Extended taxes on lodging may increase costs for hotels, motels, and bed-and-breakfast operators, potentially affecting their competitiveness and pricing for visitors
  • Consumer cost: Travelers staying in Brookhaven will continue paying the tax longer than originally anticipated, with no clarity on how long the extension applies
  • Lack of transparency: The bill title and available information don't specify the new repeal date or the duration of the extension, making it unclear how long this temporary measure becomes permanent

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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