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Senate Finance Committee approves sales‑tax holiday for firearms, ammunition and safes with five‑year sunset

2236692 · February 5, 2025
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The Senate Finance Committee voted to approve a sales‑tax holiday covering firearms, ammunition, gun safes and related accessories, adding a five‑year sunset; members debated the policy's priority and economic impact before the measure passed on a recorded voice/hand vote.

The Senate Finance Committee approved a bill establishing a sales‑tax holiday on firearms, ammunition, gun safes and related accessories, voting to pass the measure as amended during the committee meeting. The committee adopted a five‑year sunset and set the bill to take effect July 1, with the act scheduled to expire June 30, 2030.

Supporters said the exemption recognizes outdoor recreation spending and provides relief to lawful purchasers. "You have seen this bill before," said Senator Anavitarte, the bill sponsor. She…

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