Exempts required course materials from sales and use taxes for students at Washington public higher education institutions.

This bill exempts required course materials from retail sales and use taxes for students enrolled in Washington public institutions of higher education. The exemption applies to textbooks, supplementary materials, and other instructional content required or recommended by instructors. To qualify, students must present valid identification and proof of enrollment, and purchases must be made from affiliated bookstores or designated vendors. The bill also mandates that institutions inform students about the tax exemption through their websites and course syllabi.

Exempts required course materials from sales and use taxes for students at Washington public higher education institutions.

This bill exempts required course materials from retail sales and use taxes for students enrolled in Washington public institutions of higher education. The exemption applies to textbooks, supplementary materials, and other instructional content required or recommended by instructors. To qualify, students must present valid identification and proof of enrollment, and purchases must be made from affiliated bookstores or designated vendors. The bill also mandates that institutions inform students about the tax exemption through their websites and course syllabi.