Authorizes a sales tax exemption for certain hygiene products

SB 496 would exempt certain hygiene products from state sales tax, directly affecting consumers who purchase these items. The bill specifies that qualifying products - such as items like feminine hygiene products, diapers, and adult incontinence supplies - would no longer incur sales tax at the point of sale. This change would lower the cost for shoppers buying these essential items by removing the tax burden. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Economic and Workforce Development Committee.