Diapers, Menstrual Products Are Tax-Free For The Next 2 Years In California
Good news, California! There will be no taxes on diapers or menstrual products purchased for the next two years…thanks to a new law that was passed and just went into effect on New Year’s Day. The law was approved last June by Gov. Gavin Newsom, who included the tax repeal in his state budget.
KTLA states that the Senate Bill 92 temporarily eliminates sales and use taxes on diapers for infants, toddlers and children, and on menstrual hygiene products including tampons, sanitary napkins, and menstrual cups and sponges. The exemption expires on Jan. 1, 2022, according to the legislation but lawmakers are working towards making this tax repeal permanent. In the meantime, let’s enjoy it!
Anyone who has been taxed on those items since Jan. 1 can request a refund by bringing a receipt to the retailer as well as a copy of a notice from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, according to KTLA sister station KRON in San Francisco.
Questions can be directed to the agency’s customer service center by calling 1-800-400-7115 between Monday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT.
