There are only 10 states that DON'T tax women for this. Maine does...and it is absolutely shocking and ridiculous. 

Maine is taxing women for having their periods.

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You heard me. It's a so called, 'tampon tax'. I had no idea. Tampons, aren't considered a necessity (non-luxury) so they fall in the luxury category!

From the Maine Revenue Services Sales Fuel and Special Tax Division Instructional Bulletin - Page 3:

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New York just passed a bill to get rid of this insane tax after four women sued the state. But that still leaves 40 states INCLUDING MAINE paying this mind blowing tax!

Hell, I don't even need tampons anymore, but I want to start a petition or sue the state and get this tax stopped! Who's with me?

 

 

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