House2025-26 sessionFiscal note

HB 2278 — Concerning tourism promotion areas.

Did not pass — the 2025–26 session has ended

Sponsor
Barnard
Introduced
January 12, 2026
Status
H Rules R
Last action
Referred to Rules 2 Review. (February 9, 2026)

What this bill does

Removes the expiration date of July 1, 2027, for the $3 per room per night charge that a county, city, or town may impose on a business that provides lodging.

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