The Latest Breaking News from Sales Tax

Nevada voters will decide on a sales tax exemption for diapers in 2024

On Nov. 5, 2024, Nevada voters will decide on a ballot measure that would provide a sales tax exemption for both child and adult diapers.

Ballotpedia · Jun 27, 2023

Illinois Taxes Increase This Summer

Some Illinois taxes are set to increase in July. Here are the taxes that will increase and how much more you can expect to pay.

Kiplinger · Jun 26, 2023

Texas Sales Tax Relief Coming Soon Amid Property Tax Debate

Texas sales tax relief is just around the corner. Here are the items that will soon be tax-free in Texas.

Kiplinger · Jun 22, 2023

Bipartisan deal reached to save Milwaukee from bankruptcy

Republican lawmakers and Democratic Gov. Tony Evers have reached a bipartisan deal to provide more funding to local governments across Wisconsin, including cash-strapped Milwaukee city and county

The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2023

Where do people pay the most and least in sales tax?

Hawaii and Washington lead the nation in how much sales tax they collect from residents.

USAFacts · Jun 5, 2023

What’s in DeSantis’ $1.3 Billion Florida Tax Relief Bill?

DeSantis' $1.3 billion tax relief bill extends sales tax holidays and makes other tax cuts. Here's what you can buy tax-free — and when.

Kiplinger · Jun 5, 2023

After decades of attempts, major Alabama bill to cut state's 4% grocery tax wins final passage

Alabama families could soon pay less at the grocery store after lawmakers gave final passage to a landmark bill to gradually remove half of the 4% state sales tax on food by September 2024

The Independent UK · Jun 2, 2023

Texas House votes to repeal sales tax on menstrual products and diapers

The bill, which Democrats have been pushing for years, has become a top priority after the overturn of Roe v. Wade. The Senate has already passed the bill, which would provide tax relief on the purchase of menstrual products, diapers and other child care necessities.

The Texas Tribune · May 24, 2023

DeSantis more likely to ‘double down’ than pivot as he enters presidential race

Thomas Massie had been in Congress less than a year when a colleague approached him with a controversial plan. Rep. Ron DeSantis of Florida, himself a freshman, was urging Republican lawmakers on to the U.S. House floor to rail against a proposed Internet sales tax that had the strong support…

McClatchy Washington Bureau · May 19, 2023

Having a Baby Could Soon Cost Less in These States

Having a baby is expensive, but these states are trying to make it less costly by eliminating the tax on diapers.

Kiplinger · May 11, 2023