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Council asks how $100M hotel tax projection depends on state action
Committee of the Whole, Philadelphia City Council · March 25, 2026
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Summary
Council members probed whether the administration’s five‑year plan’s $100M hotel‑tax projection is realistic given it requires state enabling legislation; administration said a 2% hotel tax would need Harrisburg authorization and conversations with state lawmakers are underway.
Council members raised questions about the five‑year plan’s reliance on $100 million in projected hotel‑tax revenue. Councilmember Thomas asked how realistic that revenue is given the need for state authorization.
Administration representatives explained that a proposed 2% hotel‑tax…
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