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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…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
April 7, 2016

PERRY: HB1523 restricts government interference and accommodates religious beliefs

BRIAN PERRY/More accommodation The American tradition in religion is one of restricting government interference and accommodating religious beliefs. House Bill 1523, the Protecting Freedom of Conscience from Government Discrimination Act, embraces both of those principles. The measure contains two sections which restricts state government from discriminating against religious organizations; four sections that prohibit government from…