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OH HB308

Bill

Status

Introduced

8/31/2015

Primary Sponsor

Mike Duffey

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Origin

House of Representatives

131st General Assembly (2015-2016)

AI Summary

  • Amends sections 5739.02 and 5739.03 of the Revised Code to exempt college textbooks purchased by post-secondary students from Ohio's sales and use tax

  • Defines "college textbook" as new or used books or workbooks required or recommended by institutions of higher education for courses, including digital copies (excludes notebooks, calculators, and lab kits)

  • Applies to students enrolled part-time or full-time at state universities, accredited colleges, private career schools, and out-of-state postsecondary institutions recognized by Ohio's board of regents

  • Requires vendors to obtain valid student identification cards and course enrollment documentation to claim the exemption; establishes procedures for certificate requirements and record-keeping

  • Effective on the first day of the first month beginning after the bill's enactment

Legislative Description

Exempts post-secondary textbooks from sales tax

Education : Higher Education

Last Action

Refer to Committee: Ways and Means

10/1/2015

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means10/1/2015

Full Bill Text

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