Senate Natural Resources & Economic Development Committee
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources met to discuss multiple bills, including HB1034 concerning hotel occupancy tax authority for certain counties and HB2416 established the Gulf Coast Protection Trust Fund. Testimonies were provided by various local representatives in support of the bills, highlighting their potential impact on local communities and economic development. Discussions included the importance of historic preservation, funding for educational programs, and storm surge protection efforts along the Gulf Coast. The meeting concluded with decisions to hold several bills for further consideration, underscoring ongoing legislative priorities.
Relating to the major events reimbursement program, including event funding eligibility, site selection organizations, and single event and single year classifications.
Relating to the use of county hotel occupancy tax revenue for an electronic tax administration system and the reimbursement of tax collection expenses.
Relating to the creation and operation of a development zone by and the tax revenue received by The Woodlands Township; providing authority to issue bonds; providing authority to impose assessments and taxes.