HB 169: Haywood/Cherokee/Leland Occupancy Tax Modifications.
HB 169 status: Introduced — Withdrawn From Cal (updated Jul 2, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialHere is the plain English version: **The towns of Haywood, Cherokee, and Leland want to change the "hotel tax" that visitors pay when staying at local hotels or vacation rentals. Right now, state lawmakers are deciding whether to approve these changes.**
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- no direct impact on environment
Risks
- no direct impact on environment
Economy
Benefits
- increased municipal revenue for tourism development
- potential funding for local public projects
Risks
- potential reduction in visitor price competitiveness
- increased tax burden on lodging operators and tourists
Society
Benefits
- potential infrastructure improvements for residents
Risks
- limited transparency in how specific tax increases are utilized
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Local occupancy tax increases may reduce tourism volume
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