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S 1315

Relates to an excise tax on the sale of ammunition

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cordell Cleare and 6 co-sponsors

S 1315 - Excise Tax on Ammunition Sales OverviewBill Number: S 1315 Title: Relates to an excise tax on the sale of ammunition Status: REFERRED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE Introduced:

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Bill Summary · S 1315

S 1315 - Excise Tax on Ammunition Sales

Overview

Bill Number: S 1315
Title: Relates to an excise tax on the sale of ammunition
Status: REFERRED TO BUDGET AND REVENUE
Introduced: April 07, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of this bill is to establish a new excise tax on the sale of ammunition within the state. The proposed tax aims to generate additional revenue that can be used to fund public safety initiatives, mental health programs, and other efforts to address gun violence and its impacts on communities.

Key Provisions

  • Imposes a 10% excise tax on the retail sale of all ammunition, including both handgun and rifle/shotgun ammunition
  • Requires ammunition sellers to collect the tax from customers at the point of sale and remit the funds to the state on a monthly basis
  • Directs the revenue generated from the tax to a newly created "Ammunition Safety Fund" to be used for:
    • Expanding mental health services and crisis intervention programs
    • Providing grants to local law enforcement for gun violence prevention efforts
    • Funding public education campaigns on responsible gun ownership and storage

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Ammunition retailers, wholesalers, and manufacturers would be required to comply with the new tax collection and remittance requirements
  • Consumers of ammunition would see a 10% increase in the price of ammunition purchases
  • State and local governments would receive additional revenue to invest in public safety and violence prevention initiatives

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The bill has been referred to the Senate Budget and Revenue Committee for further consideration. If approved by the committee, it would then proceed to a full Senate vote. If passed by the Senate, the bill would move to the House for a similar committee and floor vote process. The governor would need to sign the legislation for it to become law. If enacted, the new excise tax would take effect 90 days after the bill's passage.

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

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