HB 3567 – HOT tax expansion

HB 3567 would allow Wichita County to impose an additional tax on hotel stays, creating a new local revenue stream under the hotel occupancy tax. Even though the substitute version removed broad discretionary spending language, the tax still opens the door for local governments to grow by increasing their budgets through new levies. This adds to the overall tax burden, which can discourage business investment and reduce affordability for travelers and families. From a fiscally conservative perspective, counties should prioritize spending reforms and existing resources rather than seek new taxes.