LD908

An Act to Eliminate the Sales Tax on Prepared Foods and Support the State's Hospitality Industry

Failed·4/15/25
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Eliminates sales tax on prepared foods to boost Maine's hospitality industry.

This bill proposes to remove the 8% sales tax on all prepared foods, including restaurant meals, aiming to make dining out more affordable and stimulate economic activity. To offset the lost revenue, the bill suggests broadening the sales tax to include high-end luxury items and non-essential services, while also conducting an audit of state programs to eliminate inefficiencies.

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Calendar

Apr 8, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Mar 26, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 15, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

Apr 11, 2025

Joint

Reported Out: ONTP

Apr 8, 2025

Joint

Work Session Held