Taxes, Exemption and Credits - As introduced, exempts from the state sales and use tax the retail sale of food and food ingredients that are voucher-eligible under the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 6.
Taken off notice for cal in s/c Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee of Finance, Ways, and Means Committee
Summary
The bill removes the state sales and use tax on retail sales of food and food ingredients that qualify for the federal WIC program. It applies to any food item that is voucher‑eligible under current or future WIC legislation. By lowering the cost of these items, the measure aims to help low‑income families who rely on WIC benefits.
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