An Act relative to the exemption of personal safety devices
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to exempt personal safety devices from Massachusetts’ sales tax. It aims to reduce the cost of items like pepper spray, personal alarms, and other devices designed to protect individuals from harm. The bill seeks to make these devices more accessible to residents by removing the sales tax burden. It builds upon previous attempts to achieve similar exemptions in the state.
Key provisions
- Exempts personal safety devices from sales tax.
- Applies to items such as pepper spray, personal alarms, and similar protective tools.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Revenue.
- A study order (H5313) was added to the bill.
- The reporting date has been extended multiple times.
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Retailers selling personal safety devices
- The Massachusetts state government (through reduced tax revenue)
Notable changes
- This bill replicates previous legislation aimed at the same exemption.
- The addition of a study order (H5313) suggests a potential examination of the need and impact of the exemption.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
Cosponsor
David K. Muradian Jr.
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