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MS HB715

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

2/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Missy Warren McGee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the existing sales tax exemption for food sales to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations operating food banks, food pantries, or food lines by removing the requirement that food items be nonperishable
  • Allows charitable food organizations to purchase all food items, including perishable goods like fresh produce, dairy, and meat, without paying state sales tax
  • Amends Section 27-65-111 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, which governs miscellaneous sales tax exemptions
  • Takes effect July 1, 2026
  • Sponsored by Representatives McGee, Massengill, and Crudup and has passed the House

Legislative Description

Sales tax; revise exemption for sales of food to certain charitable organizations.

Last Action

Referred To Finance

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance3/4/2026
Ways and Means1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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