Councilmember David A. Catania - Catania Stadium Tax Legislation Receives 7 Co-Sponsors

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February 4, 2012
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Catania Stadium Tax Legislation Receives 7 Co-Sponsors

Bill to Increase Stadium Taxes Necessitated by Flawed Cost and Revenue Estimates Washington, DC – Today, Councilmember David Catania (At-Large) introduced the “Ballpark Sales Tax Enhancement Amendment Act of 2008.” The bill will increase the current tax on the gross receipts from the sale of tickets, concessions, vending, and parking at Nationals Stadium from 10 percent to 15 percent. At the Council’s Legislative Meeting, Catania produced data indicating that Nationals Stadium may not generate enough revenue to meet the city’s debt obligation.

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