HB5397

Remove sales tax from firearm suppressors.

Introduced·2/10/26
Intr Text

West Virginia HB5397 exempts sales of firearm suppressors from consumer sales and service tax.

West Virginia HB5397 removes the sales tax on firearm suppressors, which are devices designed to reduce the sound of a firearm's discharge. This bill amends the state's tax code to exempt these suppressors from consumer sales and service tax. The legislation defines "suppressor" and aligns with definitions for "small arms" and "small arms ammunition." The bill aims to provide clarity and tax exemption for suppressors, benefiting consumers and sellers in the state.

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History

Feb 10

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 10

House

To Finance

Feb 10

House

Introduced in House