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TN SB1785
TN SB1785AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Section 67-6-228 and Title 67, Chapter 6, Part 3, relative to taxation.
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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, establishes a sales tax holiday on food and food ingredients and on prepared food from July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026, if purchased by a person at least 65 years of age. - Amends TCA Section 67-6-228 and Title 67, Chapter 6, Part 3.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a temporary sales tax exemption on food and food ingredients, as well as prepared food, for individuals who are at least 65 years of age, during the period of July 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026. The exemption applies to retail sales but specifically excludes purchases made from micro markets or vending machines. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) Section 67-6-393(j) to implement this change, which is intended to provide financial relief to senior citizens on essential food purchases.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1785&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB1785.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - HB1486 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB1486.pdf |
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