The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5680, aims to amend title 12 of the general statutes to exempt from sales and use taxes the sale, storage, use, or other consumption of machinery and equipment specifically utilized in the process of coloring or mixing paint. This exemption is intended for retailers that sell paint at retail within the state.

The bill seeks to provide financial relief to paint retailers by removing the tax burden associated with the machinery and equipment necessary for their operations. By doing so, it encourages the growth of the paint retail industry and supports local businesses engaged in this sector.