Bedford food and beverage tax.

HB 1353 authorizes the city of Bedford to charge a tax on food and beverage sales within its limits. This bill directly affects Bedford restaurants, bars, and other food and beverage establishments, as well as customers purchasing these items. The legislation provides the legal basis for Bedford to implement such a tax but does not specify the tax rate, revenue use, or other details. It is a procedural authorization bill, not a policy with defined economic or social impacts.