The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5111, aims to amend chapter 219 of the general statutes by expanding the existing sales and use tax exemption for personal property used in burials or cremations. Specifically, the bill increases the exemption limit to ten thousand dollars. Additionally, it seeks to exempt burial and cremation services from sales and use taxes altogether.

The intent of this legislation is to alleviate the financial burden associated with burial and cremation costs by providing greater tax relief. By raising the exemption threshold for personal property and eliminating taxes on related services, the bill aims to support families during a difficult time and make these essential services more accessible.