H.R.9543

To amend the Act of July 5, 1884, to permit the imposition of taxes on vessels operating as tourist accommodations, and for other purposes.

Introduced·6/30/26

Permits non-federal entities to tax vessels operating as tourist accommodations.

The bill amends the Act of July 5, 1884, to allow non-federal entities to impose taxes on vessels operating as cruise ships. A cruise ship is defined as any vessel that docks at a U.S. port and charges a fee for accommodations to transients. The bill specifies that these taxes can be levied under certain constitutional clauses.

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History

Jun 30

House

Introduced in House

Jun 30

House

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E638)

Jun 30

House

Introduced in House