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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to exempt from sales tax certain infant products and hygiene products.
AI Summary
This bill exempts certain hygiene and infant products from sales tax in West Virginia, meaning consumers will no longer have to pay this tax on these specific items. The bill defines "diapers" as disposable absorbent products for infants, toddlers, or individuals of any age with incontinence issues. It also defines "feminine hygiene products" to include items like tampons, pads, liners, and menstrual cups used to absorb menstrual flow by biological women. Finally, "infant products" are defined to cover items such as baby bottles, bottle liners and nipples, baby formula, and newborn infant car seats. This exemption aims to reduce the financial burden on families and individuals who purchase these essential goods.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
To House Finance (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=4734&year=2026&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
| Fiscal Note - Tax & Revenue Department, WV State | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Fiscalnotes/FN(2)/fnsubmit_recordview1.cfm?RecordID=954194024 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb4734%20intr.htm&yr=2026&sesstype=RS&i=4734 |
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