House Bill 2899
Creates a credit against personal income tax for the cost of a criminal history record check required by state law for a transfer of a firearm.
1-13 (H)
First reading. Referred to Speaker's desk.
1-17 (H)
Referred to Judiciary with subsequent referral to Revenue.
6-27 (H)
In committee upon adjournment.
Overview
- Establishes tax incentives to offset costs related to firearm transfer background checks and travel.
Key provisions
- Creates a personal income tax credit for the cost of a criminal history record check required for a firearm transfer.
- Creates a subtraction from taxable income for mileage associated with completing a background check.
- Applies to specific tax years and sunsets after a set period.
Penalties / enforcement
- No new criminal penalties described in the OLIS summary.
- Enforcement occurs through tax administration and eligibility verification.
Effective date / timeline
- Applies to tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2026, and before January 1, 2032.
- Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.
Exceptions / carve-outs
- Limited to costs related to background checks required by state law for firearm transfers.
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