Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee introduces 2021-2022 budget amendment
The budget amendment includes nearly $100 million for a two-week sales tax holiday on all grocery sales, purchases at restaurants, and all prepared food.
Author: Tennessee Governor's Office News Release
Published: 12:21 PM CDT April 13, 2021
Updated: 5:11 PM CDT April 13, 2021
NASHVILLE, Tenn — Tuesday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced his amendment to the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget.
The amendment includes $580 million in available funds as a result of fiscal prudence. These funds will be invested in strategic long-term projects that focus on a return to pre-pandemic priorities and deliver critical services while not growing government. The budget amendment also includes nearly $100 million for a two-week sales tax holiday on all grocery sales, purchases at restaurants, and all prepared food.