Polled Out Of Committee

Majority Favorable

April 24, 2024

H. 3563

Introduced by Reps. Cobb-Hunter, Pace, Collins, Bauer, Dillard, W. Jones, Wheeler, Hart, J. L. Johnson, Henegan, Williams, Trantham, Oremus, Cromer, Beach and Henderson-Myers

S. Printed 04/24/24--S.

Read the first time April 6, 2023

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The committee on Senate Finance

To whom was referred a Bill (H. 3563) to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by amending Section 12-36-2120, relating to sales tax exemptions, so as to provide for an exemption for feminine hygiene, etc., respectfully

Report:

Has polled the Bill out majority favorable.

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A bill

to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by amending Section 12-36-2120, relating to sales tax exemptions, so as to provide for an exemption for feminine hygiene products.

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

SECTION 1.  Section 12-36-2120 of the S.C. Code is amended by adding:

    (84) feminine hygiene products. For purposes of this item, "feminine hygiene products" means tampons, sanitary napkins, and other similar personal care items for use in connection with the menstrual cycle.

SECTION 2.  This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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