NO SALES TAX ON CLOTHING

AROUND LABOR DAY



House Bill 4862

Sponsor: Rep. Nancy Cassis

Committee: Tax Policy


Complete to 10-29-99



A SUMMARY OF HOUSE BILL 4862 AS INTRODUCED 9-28-99


The bill would amend the General Sales Tax Act to exempt clothing and footwear from the sales tax during the period seven days before Labor Day and seven days after Labor Day. The exemption would apply to an article of clothing or footwear with a purchase price of $500 or less to be worn on an individual. It would not apply to jewelry or to accessories, other than belts, neckwear, and head scarves.


MCL 205.54x























Analyst: C. Couch


This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan House staff for use by House members in their deliberations, and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.