An Act exempting disabled veterans from sales tax when leasing a motor vehicle
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would exempt disabled veterans from paying sales tax when they lease a motor vehicle. Currently, veterans are subject to the same sales tax as other consumers on vehicle leases. The legislation aims to provide a financial benefit to veterans who have served in the military and may face financial challenges when purchasing or leasing a vehicle. It seeks to ease the burden of vehicle costs for this specific group.
Key provisions
- Exempts disabled veterans from sales tax on motor vehicle leases.
- Applies to leases of new and used motor vehicles.
- Veterans must provide proof of disability status to qualify for the exemption.
- The exemption applies to the lease payments themselves, not the vehicle's purchase price.
Who is affected
- Disabled Veterans
- Vehicle Leasing Companies
- State Revenue Department
Notable changes
- Creates a new exemption for disabled veterans related to vehicle leases.
- Builds upon previous similar proposals (H.4008, H.1516, H.2469, H.2904, H.2799) that have been considered in the legislature.
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Primary sponsor
William C. Galvin
Cosponsor
William C. Galvin
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