Backers say the NFL requires the exemption from any city bidding to host the event. Opponents called the exemption a giveaway to the NFL,Bill Lee Jersey.
It goes to Gov. Nathan Deal, who has supported it along with Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed.
ATLANTA (AP) — The Georgia Senate has approved a bill that would eliminate $10 million in state sales taxes on Super Bowl tickets if the National Football League chooses Atlanta to host the event,Nike Schuhe Schweiz Online.
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The same exemption would be granted to other sporting events expected to generate at least $50 million in revenue. That includes All Star games for professional baseball,Air Max 720 Sortie, soccer and basketball and national college tournament finals or championships.
