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April 7, 2016

Congressman Thompson (D) seeks federal lawsuit over HB 1523 from US AG

Congressman Thompson asks U.S. Attorney General to file lawsuit about HB 1523 Congressman Bennie Thompson is asking the United States Attorney General to file a federal lawsuit about House Bill 1523. Thompson, a Democrat, wants Loretta Lynch to file a lawsuit that would declare the bill known as the Religious Accommodations Act to be unconstitutional.…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
April 7, 2016

Brandon could vote on hotel/motel tax under Rep. Baker’s bill

Brandon hotels could see tax for amphitheater Hotels and motels in the city of Brandon could see a new tax after the House of Representatives passed a bill approving a 3 percent tax on proceeds from room rentals. The tax levy must be approved by 60 percent of voters in an election, according to House…