You did it! Another grocery tax reduction is about to become reality in Alabama, and years of determined advocacy by Alabama Arise members played a huge role in making it happen. The Senate voted 34-0 Tuesday for HB 386 by Rep. Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, a bill that will reduce the state sales tax on groceries from 3% to 2% beginning on Sept. 1 and give cities and counties more flexibility to reduce local grocery taxes if they choose. The House quickly concurred in the Senate’s changes, meaning the bill now will go to Gov. Kay Ivey. Read Arise's full statement on how this bill's passage will improve life for every Alabamian. |
Alabama Arise executive director Robyn Hyden speaks in support of untaxing groceries during Arise’s annual Legislative Day
on March 20, 2025, in Montgomery. (Photo by Julie Bennett) |
“Reducing the grocery tax will make it easier for every Alabamian to make ends meet, especially in this time of persistently high food prices," Arise executive director Robyn Hyden said. "Alabama Arise is thrilled to see the widespread, bipartisan support for reducing the state sales tax on groceries. And we urge Gov. Kay Ivey to sign this bill into law quickly."
“The state grocery tax reduction from 4% to 3% in 2023 was an essential first step toward tax justice in Alabama, and this year’s bill continues that momentum. The grocery tax drives many families deeper into poverty, and Arise remains committed to the goal of eliminating it entirely."
Read our full statement on the grocery tax bill here. |
