Georgia Authorizes Hancock County to Levy 8 Percent Hotel Excise Tax

The Georgia Governor signed a law authorizing the governing authority of Hancock County to levy an excise tax at a rate not to exceed 8 percent on charges for rooms, lodgings, or accommodations furnished by hotels, motels, and similar establishments. The law provides procedures, conditions, and limitations regarding the tax. The law takes effect July 1. [S.B. 349, enacted 05/12/26]

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