Ends Local Sales Tax on Groceries
Virginia · HB13 · Introduced Dec 19, 2025
Why it matters
Shoppers in the covered areas would not pay the extra local sales tax on groceries or hygiene products. Local governments would collect less money for transit, roads, and tourism.
What it does
- Exempts food for human consumption from the extra local sales taxes
- Exempts essential personal hygiene products from the extra local sales taxes
- Applies to taxes in Planning Districts 8, 15, and 23 and the Historic Triangle
Status
Latest action (2026-07-21): Continued from last session
About this bill
Would end the remaining one percent local sales tax on food and basic hygiene products starting July 1, 2026. Cities and counties would get monthly payments to make up the lost money.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Family and grocery advocates would likely say food is a basic need that should not be taxed. Shoppers in high-tax areas would pay less at the register.
💬 The case against
Transit and tourism groups would likely say the exemption cuts money for projects they depend on. Some local leaders may worry about lost revenue.
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