MADISON, Wis. (WEAU) - Senator Brad Pfaff and Representative Jenna Jacobson have introduced legislation to create a back-to-school sales tax holiday, aiming to erase some of the cost burden facing families.

According to a press release from Sen. Plaff, he said, “I have two grown children. I know just how expensive it can be to get the family ready to return to the school year. A back-to-school tax-free holiday is just one way that we can help parents keep more of their hard-earned cash in their own pockets.”

According to a co-sponsorship memorandum, Sen. Pfaff and Rep. Jacobson said this year, parents of children in kindergarten through high school are spending an average of $144 on school supplies alone to get their kids ready for the first day of school.

In an effort to continue helpi

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