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Introduced
01/22/2013
01/22/2013
In Committee
01/22/2013
01/22/2013
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/01/2014
08/01/2014
Introduced Session
188th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to exempt certain medical supplies from the state sales tax. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing state law, specifically Section 6 of Chapter 64H of the General Laws, to expand the list of items exempt from the state sales tax. The key changes involve adding "blood test strips and lancets" to the list of tax-exempt medical supplies, as well as "vitamin and mineral supplements when prescribed by a licensed physician." This means that these specific medical items, which are often essential for managing health conditions, will no longer be subject to the state's sales tax, potentially making them more affordable for consumers. The context for this change is to provide financial relief and improve access to necessary health-related products.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2111 (on 04/24/2014)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/Senate/S1432 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/S1432.pdf |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/PDF?billId=127499&generalCourtId=11 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/188/S1432 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/BillHtml/127499?generalCourtId=11 |
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