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State Sales Tax on Federal Gift Shop Purchases

This new law allows states to collect sales tax on purchases made at gift shops located on federal property, such as museums or galleries. This means that the prices of souvenirs bought at these locations may increase due to state sales tax, affecting citizens' spending during visits to these institutions.
Key points
States can now impose sales tax on purchases made at gift shops on federal property.
This includes shops in buildings, land, or other real property owned by the U.S. government, including institutions like the Smithsonian or the Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Citizens may face higher prices for souvenirs at these locations due to added state sales tax.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7190
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Gift Shop Tax Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7190.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States can now impose sales tax on purchases made at gift shops on federal property.
  • This includes shops in buildings, land, or other real property owned by the U.S. government, including institutions like the Smithsonian or the Holocaust Memorial Museum.
  • Citizens may face higher prices for souvenirs at these locations due to added state sales tax.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Antitrust, Commercial, and Administrative Law.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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