SB2842

Mississippi SB2842 would exempt retail sales of groceries from state sales tax.

Mississippi SB2842 amends the Mississippi Code to exempt from the state sales tax retail sales of groceries, defined as food or drink for human consumption eligible for purchase with food stamps issued by the United States Department of Agriculture or other federal agency. The bill also makes conforming changes to other sections of the Mississippi Code. The changes would take effect on July 1, 2026.