AN ACT relating to the exemption of churches from sales and use taxes.

In Plain Language

This bill would let religious institutions stop paying sales and use taxes on things they buy. Right now, churches and other religious organizations have to pay these taxes like everyone else. The change would take effect on July 1, 2025.

Official summary

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 139 to exempt religious institutions from sales and use tax; amend KRS 139.200 and 139.495 to conform; EFFECTIVE July 1, 2025.

Sponsor

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Cosponsors

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Latest action

to Appropriations & Revenue (H)

Feb 14, 2025

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Action history

Feb 14, 2025 to Appropriations & Revenue (H)

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