2016 Mississippi Code
Title 17 - Local Government; Provisions Common to Counties and Municipalities
Chapter 29 - Mississippi Entertainment District Act
§ 17-29-5. Establishment of entertainment districts by governing authorities of municipalities and counties; application for approval of district to State Tax Commission

The governing authorities of a municipality, by majority vote, may establish entertainment districts within its boundaries and shall designate the geographic area or areas in which a district shall be established. Following establishment of a district, application for approval of the entertainment district shall be made by the establishing municipality to the State Tax Commission which shall be required to approve the establishment and designation of the district within such municipality in accordance with the rules and regulations adopted by the State Tax Commission.