KansasKansas proposal would exempt period products, diapers, and incontinence products from sales tax
If enacted and published, the proposal would let Kansas shoppers buy period products, diapers, and incontinence products without paying sales tax.
What it does
People buying period products, diapers, or products for urinary incontinence would not pay Kansas sales tax on those purchases if the proposal took effect. Disposable and reusable options are included.
Argument forPeople who need these products could pay less at checkout because qualifying purchases would be exempt from sales tax.
Argument againstState tax receipts could fall because shoppers would no longer pay sales tax on these purchases.
More detail
The proposal would exempt sales of period products, diapers, and incontinence products from Kansas sales tax. It covers period hygiene products, absorbent garments for infants, toddlers, or people unable to control bladder or bowel movements, and products designed for urinary incontinence, including adult diapers. The exemption includes disposable and reusable options. The proposal would take effect after it is published in the statute book.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Died
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Apr 10Died in CommitteeDied
- 2025
- Jan 30Referred to Senate Committee on Assessment and TaxationMinor
- Jan 29IntroducedIntroduced
Taxes & BudgetHealthcare