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The Thrift Store Bill
Thrift store clothes could become cheaper for everyone
A sales tax exemption for sales of clothing by a thrift store of a nonprofit corporation; and to provide an effective date.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would stop sales tax on clothes sold at nonprofit thrift stores, making it cheaper for people to buy used clothing.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would make it easier for people to buy affordable clothes by taking away the sales tax at nonprofit thrift stores. This would help families save money on things they need. Some might say that removing any tax means less money for the state, which could affect other services. But supporters believe helping people afford basic needs is more important. This bill has faced challenges, but it is still being discussed, so people who want cheaper clothes or support local charities should pay attention.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- This bill would remove sales tax on clothing.
- The tax break would only be for clothes sold at thrift stores.
- Only nonprofit groups running thrift stores would get this tax break.
- This bill is proposed in North Dakota.
How they voted
The actual floor vote, and who broke from their own party.
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- Karen Karls (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- David Monson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Dick Anderson (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Ben Koppelman (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Dwight Kiefert (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Andrew Marschall (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Bernie Satrom (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
- Daniel Johnston (R): voted for it, crossing most Republicans
In the news
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