Arizona Bill Proposes Eliminating State Sales Tax on Electric and Gas Utility Bills

Arizona House Bill 2269 proposes eliminating the 5.6% state sales tax on electric and gas utility bills for residents and businesses.
The tax suspension would last until either $2.3 billion in cumulative tax relief is provided or until December 31, 2046, whichever comes first.
The bill aims to help families and businesses cope with rising costs and remove what is seen as an unfair tax burden.
The $2.3 billion figure is tied to past surcharges imposed by the Arizona Corporation Commission, which lawmakers argue unfairly cost ratepayers.
After the threshold is met, the Legislature will decide whether to extend, modify, or reinstate the tax exemption.

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