Okla. House Bill Would Exempt Free Restaurant Food From Sales Tax

The Journal Record › February 14, 2008

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There's no such thing as a free lunch for Mark Schneider, owner of the Chick-Fil-A restaurant in Owasso. He is required to remit sales tax on food he gives away free to customers.

"I think that is bogus," said Schneider. "It makes me not want to give out coupons. I do it to promote my business, which helps boost sales - and brings in more tax revenue for the state."

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Okla. House Bill Would Exempt Free Restaurant Food From Sales Tax

Schneider estimates he pays between $500 and $600 per month in taxes on sandwiches customers receive...

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