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MA residents closer to a much needed holiday from sales tax

07/23/08 · 9:32 am :: posted by Jeff Perry Link to Post Email to a Friend

Massachusetts Residents Closer to a Much Needed Holiday from Sales Tax

BOSTON—Representative Jeffrey Davis Perry (R-Sandwich) is pleased to announce that the hardworking taxpayers of Massachusetts are one step closer to receiving a much needed holiday from sales tax.

In an overwhelming turn of events, the House passed the two day tax holiday by a vote of 139-15.  The holiday, if approved by the Governor will take place the weekend of August 16th and 17th. 

"The Commonwealth has a lot of work to do on property and gasoline tax relief in the future, but for today, I am pleased to support another sales tax holiday." - Representative Perry

High food and gas prices combined with skyrocketing energy costs make this year as good as year as ever to provide consumers with some tax relief.  Retailers will waive the sales tax on products costing less than $2,500, including computers and home appliances in hopes of saving consumers money as well as stimulating the local economy.

“While this two day break from State sales tax is not a significant new direction for Massachusetts, hopefully it will stimulate economic activity and give consumers a much needed break.  The Commonwealth has a lot of work to do on property and gasoline tax relief in the future, but for today, I am pleased to support another sales tax holiday” said Representative Perry from his State House Office.

This year’s tax holiday is expected to save consumers close to $16 million.  It will also provide a shot in the arm for businesses, which normally have a lull in sales during the dog days of summer.

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07/23/08 @ 10:03 am
Monponsett [Member] writes:
In the spirit of economic cooperation, drug dealers are offering a 5% discount on most wares that same day.

Hey... a rising tide floats all boats.
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07/23/08 @ 10:43 am
Opinionator [Member] writes:
I see it as a phony gimmick. People see through this showy and false giving of crumbs.
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07/23/08 @ 5:05 pm
Solon [Member] writes:
Sorry, Jeff, this is bull crap. What if I don't want to buy anything on August 16th and 17th? Do you expect people to rush out on a buying spree on those days for things they neither need nor want just because it's sales-tax-free?

It's worse than a "phony gimmick" or "false giving of crumbs," as Opinionator politely puts it.

It's pure crapola and an insult to the intelligence of the voters. For a politician that up till now did very little pandering, you seem to have caught up with this one.
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07/23/08 @ 5:41 pm
capecod nurse [Member] writes:
Solon...I totally agree with you. It's their desperate pandering to us that creeps me out.
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07/23/08 @ 10:23 pm
ronnie76 [Member] writes:
Ummm, the bill's sponsor is Senator Murray (D) and more than 100 Democrats voted for the bill.
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07/24/08 @ 9:42 am
Buzz [Member] writes:
"The Commonwealth has a lot of work to do on property and gasoline tax relief in the future"

Really? How far into the "future"? 5 years? 10 years? Ever? We will continue to be over taxed in this state forever.
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07/24/08 @ 9:47 am
possee [Member] writes:
Buzz..Forever and a day..
the citizens of Massachusetts bemoan taxes and corruption yet.....
always reelect the scoundrels !

They are blinded by the light from the Golden Dome on Beacon Hill...
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07/24/08 @ 9:50 am
Buzz [Member] writes:
In 2002 the voters of MA voted to roll-back the income tax to 5%. Beacon Hill circumvented the will of the voters. So Mr Perry, what "tax relief" are you talking about?
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07/24/08 @ 9:58 am
possee [Member] writes:
This is due to the fact that..
Beacon Hill is actually an extension of the Winter Hill Gang..
to this day..

The ONLY difference between organized crime amd government?

The government has the LAW on its side..
prove me wrong..
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07/24/08 @ 10:36 am
redjacket [Member] writes:
Wow, I can't believe all the droning about not having to pay taxes! LOL

Way to go Jeff and the other legislators who passed this bill. I will certainly take advantage of buying something a not sending my money to the hacks in Boston.

I guess all your whiners should just send a check in that day so you don't lose out on paying any taxes. O'Brother!
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07/24/08 @ 11:35 am
Buzz [Member] writes:
redjacket,

Don't get me wrong, I love the "tax free" days, it's the other 363 taxing days I hate.
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07/24/08 @ 11:41 am
possee [Member] writes:
redjacket
It's a cheap gimme while 363 days a year we're getting screwed..
believe me..
the pols on Beacon Hill will find a way to make up the 2 day loss in revenue..

How about a year round holiday of the state legislature not in session..
Now that's a bargain!!!
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07/24/08 @ 4:52 pm
Opinionator [Member] writes:
Redjacket: You are correct. Thank you, thank you, O God, thank you thank you, I am so grateful, thank you, thank you, the legislature is great and good, thank you thank you thank you.
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07/24/08 @ 5:19 pm
ronnie76 [Member] writes:
Mr Perry has been fighting for some time to reduce the state tax to 5% which voters approved. Now, like over 100 Democrats, he is arguing for a state tax holiday to give taxpayers a bit of needed relief. If those are gimmicks, I would sure appreciate more gimmicks.
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07/24/08 @ 5:30 pm
possee [Member] writes:
Jeff Perry has always fought for less govt and taxes..
it's unfortunate that the general populace still supports/reelects the same pols year after year that increase taxes..
Although a nice gesture..
I am still suspect that the gang from the Golden Dome will and have, found a way to make up the 2 days revenue lost..
and them some...
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07/24/08 @ 9:01 pm
redjacket [Member] writes:
Possee - I agree, Rep. Perry has been preaching lower taxes ever since he was elected. Putting his money where is month is, no pun intended, on a regular basis standing up against those on Beacon Hill that would like to bleed us dry.

This tax-free holiday isn’t the solution to all our problems, but at least it helps. I guess I’m just saying we should be thankful that Rep, Perry and a majority of democrats decided to give us a little break.

As for Opinionator, your cynicism is much appreciated and definitely worthy of a laugh.
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08/02/08 @ 10:54 am
ccrankingcop [Member] writes:
HEY JEFF

How is it that you are an adjunct at CCCC for criminal justice when they havent advertised for that in years? It seems that only the well connected get a part time job like that. I have more credentials and experience than you and it seems they dont want to talk to me, after 20 years and 10 teaching in a college OFF CAPE! Must be nice to have juice!
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jeffrey_perry_169State Representative Jeffrey Davis Perry (R-Sandwich) is turning to YouTube as a new way of sharing views and reaching out to a greater target audience.  Representative Perry believes that YouTube is simply one new way to inform the public on critical issues, to appeal to his constituents and to rally support of his fourth term re-election as a state representative. 

He is currently serving his third term as the State Representative for the 5th Barnstable District, and is the Ranking Member of the Committees on Education and Public Safety & Homeland Security. He also serves as a member on the House Ways and Means Committee and the Committee on Ethics. In addition, Jeff serves as the Governor's Appointee to the Juvenile Advisory Committee and holds a Legislative Appointment to the Correction Advisory Committee.  Learn more about Representative Perry on his website ElectJeffPerry.com.

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