An Act relative to a sales tax exemption for animal medication prescribed by veterinarians
This bill proposes to exempt certain animal medications and supplies from sales tax in Massachusetts. It directly affects pet owners and veterinarians by allowing them to purchase prescription drugs and specific therapeutic items without paying the standard sales tax. The legislation defines these exempt items as drugs dispensed only by licensed veterinarians and supplies that are therapeutic in nature, intended for treating illness or injury, and not meant for repeated use. By amending state tax law, the bill aims to reduce the cost of essential veterinary care for animals.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2023
Senate Passage
Mar 2023
Governor
Introduced Mar 30, 2023
Last action Jun 24, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Mar 30, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Mar 30, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Revenue
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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