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HB 0358 - Sales and use tax; food for hunger and disaster relief; extend exemptions

Tracking Level: Passed
Sponsor: Martin,Charles 47th
Last Action: 5/4/2009 - House Date Signed by Governor
House Committee: W&M
Senate Committee: FIN
Assigned To:
Finance - TaxationNext Bill

Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SUMMARY:

            This bill would amend Code Section 48-8-3 of the O.C.G.A. to extend the periods of exemption to June 30, 2011 from sales tax on food used for hunger or disaster relief.

 

NOTE:

            Though not of enormous impact on state revenue, and obviously intended for good works, this bill is yet another example of chipping away at revenue in a time of economic crisis.  Those who could afford to donate are probably those who could afford to pay sales tax on the food.


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