Connecticut 2017 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB07265

Introduced
3/10/17  
Introduced
3/10/17  
Refer
3/10/17  

Caption

An Act Concerning An Exemption From The Admissions Tax For Certain Athletic Events At The Ballpark At Harbor Yard And Events At The Oakdale Theatre.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would have a direct impact on the statutes regulating admissions tax in the state, particularly section 12-541 of the general statutes. The proposed changes would allow specified athletic events and performances to bypass the admissions tax, theoretically promoting greater access for citizens to sports and cultural events. Proponents argue that by reducing the financial barriers, the bill will foster community engagement and support the local economy, enhancing the vitality of cultural and sporting establishments.

Summary

House Bill 07265 seeks to provide an exemption from the admissions tax for certain athletic events held at the Ballpark at Harbor Yard and events at the Oakdale Theatre. The bill aims to stimulate local entertainment options by removing the financial burden of the admissions tax on these specific venues, with the intention of encouraging more events and activities that draw community participation and tourism. This exemption would be particularly beneficial for organizations hosting events that might otherwise struggle to cover high admission costs due to taxation.

Contention

However, the bill has faced some contention regarding the implications of tax exemptions. Critics may argue that while the intent is to support specific venues, it could set a precedent for further tax exemptions across other entertainment entities, potentially leading to a significant reduction in state revenue. Moreover, there are concerns that this could create inequalities, favoring certain events over others and complicating the state's ability to uniformly regulate admissions tax. The debate often centers around balancing local economic development with overarching fiscal responsibilities of the state.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05032

An Act Exempting Health And Athletic Club Services And Fees From The Sales And Use Taxes.

CT HB05492

An Act Establishing A Farm Investment Tax Credit And Concerning The Threshold For Certain Optional Farm-related Property Tax Exemptions.

CT SB00065

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State To Rehabilitate The Pavilion At Camp Oakdale In The Town Of Montville.

CT HB05228

An Act Concerning The Purchase Of Certain Lands At Agricultural Value.

CT SB00450

An Act Phasing In The Exemption Of Motor Vehicles From Property Tax And Increases In The Uniform Property Assessment Rate.

CT HB05199

An Act Establishing A Task Force To Study The Shortage Of Athletic Trainers In The State.

CT SB00203

An Act Concerning The Consideration Of Familial Relationship During The Admissions Process By An Institution Of Higher Education.

CT HB05490

An Act Concerning The Sales And Use Taxes On Ambulance-type Motor Vehicles And Ambulances.

CT SB00447

An Act Concerning The Failure To File For Certain Grand List Exemptions And Authorizing The Deferral Of A Certain Municipality's Real Property Revaluation.

CT HB05189

An Act Concerning A Small Harbor Improvement Projects Account.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.