Strange State Tax Laws You Never Knew Existed

1. New York takes a bite out of bagels … but only if they're sliced or eaten in a bagel shop. In New York, bagels that are sold sliced or eaten in-store (whole or sliced) are taxable. An unsliced bagel that's eaten off premises isn't taxable, but a sliced bagel is always taxed.

2. Connecticut taxes diapers … but only for children. In Connecticut, adult diapers aren't subject to state taxes. However, consumers who purchase diapers for their children do have to pay state sales taxes.