Exempts certain pet food from sales taxes
This bill proposes to exempt specific types of pet food from sales taxes. It directly affects pet owners by expanding the definition of tax-exempt items to include a wider variety of products such as kibble, wet food, and fresh or frozen options. The legislation also clarifies that "specialty pet food" for animals with specific dietary needs remains exempt. By adding these categories to the tax law, the measure aims to ensure that more pet food products are not subject to sales tax.
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in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 20, 2026
Last action Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 20, 2026
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REFERRED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michelle Hinchey
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Jeremy Cooney
DDemocratic/Working Families
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