Transient occupancy tax; Giles County may impose at rate not to exceed 5% to promote tourism. (HB1917)

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√	Introduced
√	Passed Committee
√	Passed House
√	Passed Senate
√	Signed by Governor
√	Became Law

Description

Transient occupancy tax; Giles County. Adds Giles County to the list of counties that may impose a transient occupancy tax at a rate of five percent with the revenue collected in excess of the two percent rate going to promote tourism. Amends § 58.1-3819 (“Transient occupancy tax.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

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