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A 1030

Exempts certain books, magazines, pamphlets and other related items sold at certain book fairs from sales and compensating use taxes

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Karl Brabenec and 3 co-sponsors

Exempts certain books, magazines, pamphlets and related items sold at designated book fairs from sales and compensating use taxes, easing costs for buyers and fair vendors.

REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
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Bill Summary · A 1030

Summary: Assembly Bill A 1030 (Exemption for Book Fair Sales from Sales and Use Taxes)

Status: Referred to Ways and Means
Introduced: January 8, 2025

Purpose and intent

A 1030 proposes to provide a tax exemption for certain books, magazines, pamphlets, and related items sold at designated book fairs. The aim appears to be to alleviate the tax burden on sales conducted at book fairs, potentially encouraging attendance and sales at these events by reducing the tax on items sold there.

What the bill would do

  • Exempts from sales and compensating use taxes certain printed materials (books, magazines, pamphlets and related items) when sold at specified book fairs.
  • The exemption would apply only to items sold at those book fairs as defined by the bill’s language.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill’s description)

  • Targeted tax relief: Sales and compensating use taxes would not apply to qualifying items sold at qualifying book fairs.
  • Scope limited to “certain” items: The exemption covers books, magazines, pamphlets and other related materials, implying a defined set of eligible goods.
  • Event-based exemption: The tax relief applies specifically to sales occurring at designated book fairs, not necessarily to all sales of these items.

Note: The exact definitions of “certain book fairs,” “related items,” and any exclusions or thresholds would be specified in the bill text itself.

Who would be affected

  • Book fair organizers and hosts
  • Vendors and exhibitors at qualifying book fairs
  • Publishers and distributors participating in book fairs
  • Consumers purchasing eligible items at these fairs
  • Tax administrators and local governments, due to potential changes in tax collections

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and first referred to Ways and Means on January 8, 2025.
  • The bill has an identical entry listed in the same date for its legislative action, indicating a formal referral to the committee for consideration.
  • Related legislation from prior sessions (A 1169, A 1525, A 325, A 585, A 3463, A 21, A 256, A 861, A 5538) suggests ongoing interest in broadening or refining book fair tax exemptions.

Sponsors

  • Jonathan Rivera (primary)
  • Angelo Santabarbara (co-sponsor)
  • Noah Burroughs (co-sponsor)
  • Karl Brabenec (co-sponsor)

Related bills (prior sessions)

  • A 1169, A 1525, A 325, A 585, A 3463, A 21, A 256, A 861, A 5538

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Revenue impact: Likely reduction in state and/or local tax receipts from exempted book fair sales, with broader budgetary implications to monitor.
  • Administration: Requires clear definitions and consistent administration at book fairs to determine which sales qualify.
  • Public interest: Could enhance participation in book fairs and support publishers and vendors.

Bottom line: A 1030 seeks to provide a targeted sales tax exemption for certain printed materials sold at designated book fairs, with fiscal and administrative implications to be reviewed by the Ways and Means committee.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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