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A state Senate committee has passed Republican Kristen Thompson's bill to expand Oklahoma's back-to-school Sales Tax holiday in August to include actual school supplies. Currently it only includes clothing and footwear. Thompson says her bill is about making back-to-school shopping more affordable and less stressful for parents, guardians, teachers and students.
“With inflation still impacting so many Oklahoma families, every dollar counts. This bill is about making back-to-school shopping more affordable and less stressful for parents, guardians, teachers, and students,” Thompson said. “Investing in education means removing barriers for our students and educators, and SB 231 will ensure more Oklahoma children have what they need to succeed in the classroom.”
Thompson highlighted that the expanded sales tax exemption will not only provide relief for families but also support local businesses through increased foot traffic during the tax-free weekend.
"I'm encouraged by the unanimous support this bill has received so far and look forward to working with my colleagues to get it across the finish line,” Thompson added.
The bill now goes to the full Senate for consideration.