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H 3869 — Sales tax exemption
Last action — Referred to Committee on Finance
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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3Passed House
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has passed the House. Introduced January 30, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.
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Passed 1 recorded vote so far.
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Summary
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 12-36-2120, RELATING TO SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR A SALES TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN CLOTHING REQUIRED FOR USE IN PERISHABLE PREPARED FOOD MANUFACTURING FACILITIES.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
21 added · 40 removedPlain-language change summary
The updated version of Bill H 3869 clarifies and expands the sales tax exemption for clothing mandated in perishable prepared food manufacturing facilities. Specifically, it now includes a detailed list of required items, such as gloves, hairnets, and protective outer garments, to ensure compliance with health standards and prevent food contamination. This change is significant as it underscores the importance of proper attire in food safety, potentially leading to better health outcomes and supporting local food manufacturers by reducing their operational costs.
2025-2026 Bill 3869 Text of Previous Version (Apr.(Jan.
03,30, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 3869Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) Committee Report April 3, 2025 H. A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 12-36-2120, RELATING TO SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR A SALES TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN CLOTHING REQUIRED FOR USE IN PERISHABLE PREPARED FOOD MANUFACTURING FACILITIES.
3869 Introduced by Rep.
Bannister S.
Printed 4/3/25--H.
Read the first time January 30, 2025 ________ The committee on House Ways and Means To whom was referred a Bill (H.
3869) to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by amending Section 12-36-2120, relating to sales tax exemptions, so as to provide for a sales tax exemption for certain, etc., respectfully Report:
That they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the same do pass:
B.W.
BANNISTER for Committee.
_______ A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 12-36-2120, RELATING TO SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR A SALES TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN CLOTHING REQUIRED FOR USE IN PERISHABLE PREPARED FOOD MANUFACTURING FACILITIES.
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Action History
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Referred to Committee on Finance
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Introduced and read first time
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Read third time and sent to Senate
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Roll call Yeas-78 Nays-25
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Read second time
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Committee report: Favorable Ways and Means
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Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
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Introduced and read first time
Sponsors
- Representative Bruce W. Bannister · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 169 not signed on · 24 voted No
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (169)
169 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 169 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 74 | 24 | 0 | 20 |
| Democrat | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Republican | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 77 | 25 | 0 | 20 |
| % of votes cast | 63% | 20% | 0% | 16% |
How each member voted (122)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does H 3869 do?
- A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 12-36-2120, RELATING TO SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR A SALES TAX EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN CLOTHING REQUIRED FOR USE IN PERISHABLE PREPARED FOOD MANUFACTURING FACILITIES.
- Who sponsors H 3869?
- H 3869 is sponsored by Representative Bruce W. Bannister.
- What is the current status of H 3869?
- This bill has passed the House. Introduced January 30, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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