Authorizes a state sales tax exemption for food

SB 1656 removes the state sales tax from eligible food items, meaning groceries and similar products purchased for home consumption will not be taxed at the standard rate. It specifically exempts food that qualifies for federal food stamps (like groceries), but excludes restaurants, fast food, and eateries where food sales make up over 80% of revenue. The bill defines "food" broadly to include vending machine sales but clarifies this exemption does not affect local sales taxes. This policy change directly affects grocery shoppers and retailers selling qualifying food items, while excluding dining establishments. The tax revenue previously collected on these items (at 1%) would no longer be collected under this exemption.