HB 4916
Eliminate state taxes on tobacco, vape, alcohol products, and gambling
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill proposes to eliminate state taxes on tobacco products, vaping products (e-cigarettes), alcohol, and gambling in West Virginia. It seeks to repeal several sections of the West Virginia Code that currently impose excise taxes and fees related to these products and activities. The bill’s goal is to remove these taxes from the state’s revenue stream.
Key provisions
- Repeal of excise tax on tobacco products.
- Repeal of excise tax on e-cigarette liquid.
- Repeal of tax on alcohol purchases.
- Repeal of tax on West Virginia Lottery table games licenses.
- Repeal of liter tax on wine sales.
- Repeal of the state’s tax on gambling activities.
Who is affected
- Tobacco product consumers
- Vaping product consumers
- Alcohol consumers
- Gamblers
- Retailers of tobacco, vaping, alcohol, and gambling products
Notable changes
- Elimination of state excise taxes on tobacco, vaping, alcohol, and gambling.
- Removal of associated fees and regulations related to these products and activities.
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Cosponsor
Kump
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