HB 5397 West Virginia House of Delegates · 2026 Regular Session

Remove sales tax from firearm suppressors.

HB 5397 would exempt the sale of firearm suppressors from West Virginia's consumer sales and service tax. This bill directly affects individuals purchasing suppressors, which are devices designed to reduce the sound of a firearm discharge. The key provision amends the tax code to specifically exclude suppressor sales from taxable transactions, aligning them with existing exemptions for small arms and ammunition. The bill does not change ownership laws or safety requirements for suppressors, only the tax treatment of their purchase.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 10, 2026 Last action Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
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Feb 10, 2026
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