SB 1391
An Act amending Title 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hotel tax, further providing for hotel room rental tax in second class and second class A counties.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to clarify and modify the hotel room rental tax in second class and second class A counties. Specifically, it changes the distribution of tax revenue, directing a larger portion to convention centers and exhibition halls, and outlining how funds should be allocated to cover operating deficits. The bill also addresses the use of funds for expanding and improving these facilities and clarifies the process for municipalities to receive funds for promotional programs.
Key provisions
- Increases the percentage of hotel tax revenue allocated to convention centers and exhibition halls.
- Directs a portion of the tax revenue to municipalities where convention centers are located to support promotional programs.
- Specifies how revenue should be distributed to cover convention center operating deficits.
- Outlines the use of tax revenue for expanding and improving convention centers.
- Clarifies the process for municipalities to receive funds for promotional programs.
- Addresses the use of bonds issued for convention center expansion.
- Establishes a process for distributing revenue if a convention center discontinues operation.
Who is affected
- Counties (Second Class and Second Class A)
- Hotel Owners and Operators
- Municipalities with Convention Centers
- Tourist Promotion Agencies
- Convention Visitors
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