‘Axe the Food Tax’ aligns with Thrive Allen County’s mission

Our focus is to improve health and wellness, economic conditions and community resources. Eliminating the state tax on food sales would provide relief to those deciding between groceries or other necessities.

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April 14, 2022 - 3:35 PM

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Now more than ever, Kansas families need relief from the state’s food sales tax. Kansans pay 6.5% in state sales tax on groceries — the second highest in the country. In addition to the tax, we have all felt the effects of the pandemic-induced inflation, which is making it harder to put food on the table. At Thrive Allen County, we focus on improving health and wellness, economic conditions, and community resources in our county and throughout the state. 

The “Axe the Food Tax” plan is in lockstep with the mission of Thrive. It helps all Kansans by putting money…

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