In addition to feminine hygiene products, the bill also calls for the elimination of sales tax on prescription drugs, diapers and maternity clothing.
The Texas House voted this week to eliminate sales tax on feminine hygiene products, including tampons and pads. "Every woman knows that these products are not optional. They are essential to our health and well-being and should be tax-exempt," Huffman said when filing the bill. State Rep. Donna Howard introduced a similar bill in the Texas House of Representatives this year. She has been an advocate of repealing taxes on feminine hygiene products for years.
The Senate passed Huffman's bill by a vote of 29-2. In the House, the bill also received overwhelming support, passing by a vote of 129-14. In addition to feminine hygiene products, the bill also calls for the elimination of sales tax on prescription drugs, prescription glasses, diapers, baby wipes and maternity clothing.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill. Once the law is in place, Texas will be the 25th state to eliminate sales tax on menstrual products. Trending stories at Scrippsnews.com
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