North Carolina House Bill 1200 — Tax-Free Family Essentials Act has passed the NC House, and is now headed to the Senate for a vote.

This bill would exempt basic essentials such as diapers and menstrual products from sales tax, reducing barriers for families.

We encourage you to reach out to urge Senators to move this bill out of committee and vote favorably to support it.

Step 1: Find your State Senator’s contact information using this link

Step 2: Use the sample text below to call, write or email your State Senator. Personalize your communication with your own stories and experiences to help them understand why this matters to NC families.

The Tax-Free Essentials Act would eliminate the sales tax on diapers, wipes, and period products-basic supplies North Carolina families need that should never have been taxed. With 1 in 2 U.S. families not having enough diapers for their children, we know many North Carolina families are struggling every month to afford these essentials.

This legislation is an opportunity for North Carolina to join 22 states and Washington, D.C., which have already passed legislation to exempt diapers from sales tax and invest in our families.

Ask your Senator to encourage the Committee on Rules and Operations of the Senate to vote HB 1200 favorably out of committee, and support the Tax-Free Essentials Act when it comes to the Senate for a vote.

Thank you for reaching out to your senator to help repeal the tax on diapers! Your voice makes a real difference for families across North Carolina.