MS SB2486

Adds exemption to Mississippi sales tax for retail sales of food for human consumption that would qualify for exemption if purchased with federal food stamps, effective July 1, 2010.

Expands existing food tax exemption in Section 27-65-111 to cover all qualifying food items regardless of whether they are actually purchased with food assistance benefits.

Exemption applies to food items that meet the same criteria as those purchased through USDA food stamp programs or other federal food assistance agencies.

Sponsored by Senator Harden and referred to the Finance Committee.