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14% of Alabama's population has some form of hearing loss.
Current consumer protection action
Alabama HB 51: States that the gross proceeds from hearing instruments and hearing aid sales are not subject to taxes
Summary: This measure states that the gross proceeds from hearing instruments and hearing aid sales are not subject to sales and use taxes in this provision.
This measure states that this exemption shall not apply to county or municipal sales taxes unless approved by resolution or ordinance adopted by the local governing body.
This measure goes into effect September 1, 2024.
Status: 2nd Chamber
Outlook: This measure has been referred to the Senate Finance and Taxation Education Committee.
This measure is eligible for further consideration in the committee of referral.
The February 28 amendment states that the exemption provided in this measure shall not apply to county or municipal sales taxes unless approved by resolution or ordinance adopted by the local governing body.