Exempts sales and use tax on medical equipment and supplies for critical access hospitals.

Starting January 1, 2026, Washington will exempt sales and use tax on medical equipment and supplies for critical access hospitals. This exemption does not apply to construction materials, office equipment, building equipment, administrative supplies, or vehicles. The exemption aims to reduce the tax burden on critical access hospitals located on an island. The tax exemption expires on January 1, 2036, unless extended by the legislature.

Exempts sales and use tax on medical equipment and supplies for critical access hospitals.

Starting January 1, 2026, Washington will exempt sales and use tax on medical equipment and supplies for critical access hospitals. This exemption does not apply to construction materials, office equipment, building equipment, administrative supplies, or vehicles. The exemption aims to reduce the tax burden on critical access hospitals located on an island. The tax exemption expires on January 1, 2036, unless extended by the legislature.