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Committee advances bill to create tax credits for military fitness participation
Summary
House Bill 1126, which would create tax credits for businesses and individuals for participation in fitness activities by military members to enhance force readiness, was forwarded to the full House after committee discussion about implementation and Department of Revenue rulemaking.
House Bill 1126, sponsored by Representative Ghent, was moved out of the House Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness Committee to the full House. The bill would create tax credits for businesses and individuals tied to military members’ participation in fitness activities intended to enhance force readiness.
Staff member Mike summarized the bill for the committee. Committee members expressed support for force readiness and facilities to encourage fitness among service members. Chairman Gillan highlighted that the Department of Revenue will need to promulgate regulations necessary for implementation and urged the department to ensure clear rules to prevent unintended enforcement or administrative problems related to memberships and credits.
Representative Banta moved the bill for consideration and Representative Sappi seconded. No negative votes were recorded in committee and the measure was forwarded to the House floor for further consideration.
