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S 6395

Imposes an excise tax on the sale of ammunition to be deposited into the gun violence impact fund; establishing the gun violence impact fund

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Robert Jackson and 1 co-sponsor

Impose an excise tax on ammunition sales to fund the Gun Violence Impact Fund, directing revenues to gun-violence prevention programs.

REFERRED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE
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Bill Summary · S 6395

Summary of Senate Bill S 6395

Overview

Senate Bill S 6395 proposes to impose an excise tax on the sale of ammunition and to deposit the resulting revenues into a newly established Gun Violence Impact Fund (GVIF). The bill is currently referred to the Budget and Revenue committee. It was introduced on March 13, 2025. The primary sponsor is Senator Robert Jackson, with Senator James Sanders Jr. as a cosponsor.

Purpose and intent

  • Create a dedicated funding source aimed at addressing gun violence through a state-level Gun Violence Impact Fund.
  • Generate revenue via an excise tax on ammunition sales to support programs or initiatives funded by the GVIF (exact uses would be defined in the bill’s provisions and implementing guidance).

Key provisions (as indicated by the available information)

  • Imposition of an excise tax on the sale of ammunition.
  • Revenues from the tax would be deposited into the Gun Violence Impact Fund.
  • Establishment of the Gun Violence Impact Fund (GVIF) as a state fund or account to receive and disburse the tax proceeds.
  • The specific tax rate, tax base, exemptions (if any), administration and enforcement details, and allowable uses of GVIF funds are not provided in the available information.

Note: The full text would specify the tax rate, applicability (e.g., consumer vs. wholesaler sales), exemptions (if any), collection mechanics, and how GVIF funds are allocated or overseen.

Affected parties and potential impact

  • Ammunition retailers and sellers, who would be responsible for collecting and remitting the excise tax (subject to the bill’s administration provisions).
  • Purchasers of ammunition, who would indirectly pay the tax at the point of sale.
  • The state and eligible entities receiving GVIF funds, which could include gun violence prevention programs, community services, research, or other related activities as determined by the fund’s governance.
  • The general public, depending on how the cost is passed through and how the GVIF is used.

Fiscal and timeline considerations

  • Fiscal impact: Not specified in the information provided. The bill would create ongoing revenue to the GVIF, with impact depending on the tax rate and usage rules.
  • Timeline: After introduction (March 13, 2025) and referral to Budget and Revenue, typical next steps would include committee hearings, potential amendments, and a floor vote. No further action dates are provided.

Legislative status and related legislation

  • Status: Referred to Budget and Revenue (on March 13, 2025).
  • Related/companion legislation:
    • S 9482 (prior-session)
    • S 5476 (prior-session)
    • A 1290 (companion; listed twice)
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary: Robert Jackson
    • Cosponsor: James Sanders Jr.

Considerations for readers

  • The bill’s substantive details (tax rate, exemptions, fund governance, and uses of GVIF funds) are not included in the provided information. The actual impact will depend on the bill’s text and any implementing regulations or budget actions that follow.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to emphasize specific aspects (e.g., anticipated fiscal impact, potential uses of GVIF, or comparison with related bills) once the full bill text becomes available.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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