An Act authorizing an increase in the limit of the local (hotel) excise tax that the town of Franklin may impose
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the town of Franklin, Massachusetts, to increase the amount it can charge as a hotel excise tax. The increase was initially petitioned by Representative Jeffrey Roy and approved by the town council. The bill allows Franklin to generate additional revenue from hotel stays.
Key provisions
- Authorizes Franklin to increase its local hotel excise tax.
- The increase is subject to town council approval.
- Revenue generated from the increased tax will go to the town of Franklin.
- The bill was initially presented as a petition.
- The bill was referred to the Joint Committee on Revenue.
- The Senate concurred with the House version of the bill.
Who is affected
- Town of Franklin, Massachusetts
- Hotel owners and operators in Franklin
- Visitors and guests staying in hotels in Franklin
Notable changes
- Increases the existing limit on the hotel excise tax.
- Requires town council approval for the increased tax rate.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
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