HB 2562
Remove sales tax on gun safes and certain firearm safety devices
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to remove the sales tax on gun safes and certain firearm safety devices in West Virginia. It amends the state’s consumer sales tax code to specifically exempt these products from taxation. The bill aims to reduce the cost of these safety measures for gun owners and potentially increase their availability. The exemption applies to safes and trigger locks, among other firearm safety devices.
Key provisions
- Exempts sales of gun safes and firearm safety devices from the consumer sales tax.
- Specifically amends §11-15-9 of the West Virginia Code to include these items in the list of exempt sales.
- Applies to sales made on or after July 1, 2025.
- Includes exemptions for safes and trigger locks.
- Exempts sales to organizations meeting specific criteria under Section 501(c)(3) or (c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code.
- Clarifies that gasoline and special fuel remain taxable.
- Addresses the effective date of the amendments and their impact on the State Road Fund.
Who is affected
- Gun owners in West Virginia
- Retailers selling gun safes and firearm safety devices
- The West Virginia Department of Tax and Finance
- Manufacturers of gun safes and firearm safety devices
Notable changes
- Adds firearm safes and safety devices to the list of items exempt from the consumer sales tax.
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Primary sponsor
Linville
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