Panel advances bill giving James City and York parity on local admissions tax authority HB 550 would let James City County and York County choose whether to impose admissions/tourism taxes like other localities; supporters called it an equity fix and local revenue tool, while industry groups warned of higher ticket prices. The committee reported the bill (vote tally recorded in transcript but not clearly specified).

A new bill could empower James City and York Counties to levy tourism taxes, but will it boost local revenue or hurt the attractions industry?

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