New York repeals sales tax on tampons and sanitary napkins

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York state has repealed its tax on tampons and other feminine hygiene products, a move expected to save women $10 million a year.

Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the measure into law Thursday, calling it "a matter of social and economic justice." The repeal passed the Legislature earlier this year after female lawmakers from both parties complained the tax was sexist because personal products including condoms and bandages were already exempt from the sales tax.

New York repeals sales tax on tampons and sanitary napkins