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Protecting State and Local General Sales Taxes

This bill clarifies that general state and local sales taxes are not subject to certain restrictions on revenue use that apply to other types of taxes. This means that funds from these taxes can be used more flexibly by state and local authorities, potentially impacting the funding of various public services.
Key points
Excludes general sales taxes from specific revenue use restrictions.
Increases flexibility for state and local governments in spending sales tax revenues.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_695
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

State and Local General Sales Tax Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_695.

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 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Excludes general sales taxes from specific revenue use restrictions.
  • Increases flexibility for state and local governments in spending sales tax revenues.
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 Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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