Introduced by Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos (Seattle) (D) on January 18, 2007
To provide a sales tax exemption for the sale of lodging amenities. Hotels and other lodging facilities would not be required to pay sales tax on common amenities such as, but not limited to, body lotion, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, and magazines. The items must be purchased for the use by the lodging guests. See companion SB 5610. Official Text and Analysis.
Referred to the House Finance Committee on January 18, 2007