HB2550

Authorizes a transient guest tax for general revenue purposes in University City upon voter approval

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

HB2550 proposes a transient guest tax in University City, Missouri, subject to voter approval.

HB2550 authorizes University City, Missouri, to impose a tax on hotel and motel room charges for transient guests, defined as those staying 31 days or less. The tax rate cannot exceed eight percent per occupied room per night and must be stated separately from other charges and taxes. If approved by a majority of voters, the tax would become effective on the first day of the second calendar quarter following the election. The proceeds would be used for general revenue purposes.

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Emerging Issues Committee
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)