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The Nash & Rocky Bill
Occupancy tax changes proposed for Nash and Rocky Mount
Various Occupancy Tax Changes
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
The bill would change the hotel occupancy tax in Nash and Rocky Mount, which could affect how much guests pay for a room.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
If the tax goes up, travelers may see higher prices, and local hotels could pay more; if it goes down, rooms might get cheaper.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill targets the occupancy tax in Nash and Rocky Mount.
- It was introduced by Rep. Allen Chesser and Rep. Shelly Willingham.
- It was ordered enrolled and ratified on July 2, 2026.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Kelly Hastings (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
- Keith Kidwell (R): voted against it, crossing most Republicans
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