An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to temporarily exempt children's books, toys, and musical instruments from sales and use tax. The exemption applies only to individual buyers purchasing these items for personal use during a six-month window starting when the law takes effect. The legislation defines eligible items as those marketed for children aged 12 and under and clarifies that the tax break applies if payment is made within the six-month period, even if delivery occurs later. Additionally, the Department of Revenue will publish online guidance to help consumers understand how to claim this temporary exclusion.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Governor
Introduced Apr 27, 2026
Last action Apr 27, 2026
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Apr 27, 2026
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Referred to Finance
lower
1 primary · 11 co-sponsors
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State
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P
Thomas Kutz
RRepublican
Co
Aaron Bernstine
RRepublican
Co
Brenda Pugh
RRepublican
Co
Brian Smith
RRepublican
Co
David Rowe
RRepublican
Co
Eric Weaknecht
RRepublican
Co
Jeff Olsommer
RRepublican
Co
Kristin Marcell
RRepublican
Co
Michael Stender
RRepublican
Co
Milou Mackenzie
RRepublican
Co
Natalie Mihalek
RRepublican
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