HB 5130·CT·house
AN ACT CONCERNING THE SALES AND USE TAXES IMPOSED ON MEALS SOLD BY AN EATING ESTABLISHMENT, CATERER OR GROCERY STORE.
In CommitteeFiled Feb 10, 2026
Sponsor: Patrick Biggins
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REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Finance, Revenue and Bonding
Feb 10, 2026
Summary
The bill repeals the additional one‑percent sales and use tax that currently applies to meals purchased at eating establishments, from caterers, and at grocery stores. It reduces the tax burden for consumers and lowers the cost of doing business for food‑service operators. The change is intended to simplify tax rates and make meals more affordable.
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