An Act To Lower Household Costs By Expanding The Sales Tax Exemption For Certain Grocery Staples Sold In Grocery Stores

Summary

The bill would broaden the list of food products that are exempt from Maine’s sales tax when sold in grocery stores. It adds items such as prepared sandwiches, salads, snack chips, nuts, meat sticks and certain bars, while keeping liquor, water, medicines, candy, desserts and cannabis‑infused foods taxable. The goal is to reduce everyday grocery expenses for consumers.

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