State Sales Tax Repealed On Clothing And Footwear Under $110

New York repealed the four percent state sales tax as of Sunday, April 1 on clothing, footwear and similar items costing less than $110 each.

“Eliminating the 4% state sales tax is great news for local businesses and hardworking families in Rockland County,” Assemblyman Kenneth Zebrowski (D-New City) said. “While our economy is slowly but surely getting back on track, many local families are still struggling. This sales tax cut will provide much-needed help with clothing and footwear expenses.”

The program, which is in its second year, applies to items purchased in person, over the Internet, by phone or by mail. The qualifying amount for the sales tax exemption has doubled from clothing and footwear sold at $55 or less, to items sold at $110 or less.

The sales tax exemption will save taxpayers an estimated $210 million and give local retailers an economic boost. Zebrowski anticipates  local shoppers, will be joined by an influx of customers from neighboring states like New Jersey, which will give local business a boost.

For more information on the sales tax exemption, visit the New York State department of Taxation and Finance website