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SB 2551

Sales tax revenue; divert 2% from activities at Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds for repairs to those entities.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Scott DeLano

SB 2551 - Diverting Sales Tax Revenue for Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds Repairs OverviewBill Number: SB 2551 Title: Sales tax revenue; divert 2% from activities at Coast Co

Died In Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 2551

SB 2551 - Diverting Sales Tax Revenue for Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds Repairs

Overview

Bill Number: SB 2551
Title: Sales tax revenue; divert 2% from activities at Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds for repairs to those entities.
Status: Died In Committee
Introduced: March 13, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of SB 2551 was to provide dedicated funding for necessary repairs and maintenance at the Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds facilities. The bill sought to divert 2% of the sales tax revenue generated from activities and events held at these two state-owned venues to create a reliable funding stream for their upkeep.

Key Provisions

  • Diverts 2% of sales tax revenue from events and activities at the Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds to a dedicated repair and maintenance fund
  • Requires the diverted funds to be used exclusively for repairs, renovations, and upgrades to the Coliseum and Fairgrounds facilities
  • Establishes oversight and reporting requirements to ensure the funds are used appropriately

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The Coast Coliseum and State Fairgrounds would directly benefit from the dedicated funding, allowing them to address deferred maintenance and infrastructure issues
  • Event organizers, vendors, and attendees at the Coliseum and Fairgrounds may see a slight increase in prices to account for the 2% sales tax diversion
  • State and local governments would see a small reduction in overall sales tax revenue from the affected venues

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

SB 2551 was introduced in the state legislature on March 13, 2025 but ultimately died in committee without receiving a full vote. The bill did not advance further in the legislative process, and the proposed funding mechanism for the Coliseum and Fairgrounds repairs was not implemented.

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

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