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HI HB1050

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/25/2023

Primary Sponsor

Scott Saiki

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts all gross proceeds from sales of groceries from Hawaii's general excise tax, with groceries defined as products eligible for purchase with USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.

  • Exempts gross proceeds from sales of feminine hygiene products (sanitary napkins, tampons, panty liners, menstrual cups, and related products) from the general excise tax.

  • Exempts gross proceeds from sales of incontinence products (absorbent garments and protective products for individuals with bladder or bowel control issues) from the general excise tax.

  • Exempts gross proceeds from sales of over-the-counter medicines regulated by the FDA as safe and effective for human use from the general excise tax.

  • Takes effect on June 30, 3000.

Legislative Description

Relating To General Excise Tax Exemptions.

General Excise Tax

Last Action

Passed Second Reading as amended in HD 1 and referred to the committee(s) on FIN with none voting aye with reservations; Representative(s) Kong voting no (1) and Representative(s) Marten excused (1).

2/17/2023

Committee Referrals

Finance2/17/2023
Economic Development1/30/2023

Full Bill Text

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