Bill > SB2810

This bill amends Mississippi's sales tax law to create a new temporary tax exemption for grocery sales during the Saturday and Sunday immediately preceding Thanksgiving. Specifically, the bill defines "groceries" as food or drink for human consumption that would be eligible for purchase using food stamps issued by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This means that during the specified weekend, consumers would not have to pay state sales tax when purchasing qualifying food items. The exemption is added to the existing list of sales tax exemptions in Section 27-65-111 of the Mississippi Code. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing a future tax break for Mississippi residents during the holiday shopping period leading up to Thanksgiving. By offering this sales tax holiday, the legislature aims to provide some economic relief to consumers by making grocery purchases more affordable during a time when many families are preparing for holiday meals.

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