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AR HB1881

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Denise Ennett

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds menstrual discharge collection devices to Arkansas's sales tax holiday exemptions, making them tax-free during the annual sales tax holiday period

  • Defines covered products to include tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups, pads, and similar items designed for use with the menstrual cycle

  • Expands coverage to include period underwear and specialty clothing marketed for menstrual use, such as period swimwear, running shorts, and sleep shorts

  • Explicitly excludes grooming and hygiene products (soaps, shampoo, toothpaste, mouthwash, antiperspirants, suntan lotions) from the menstrual product definition

  • Takes effect on the first day of the calendar quarter following the act's effective date

Legislative Description

To Add Menstrual Discharge Collection Devices To The List Of Items Exempt From Sales And Use Tax During The Sales Tax Holiday.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Revenue and Taxation3/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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