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WA HB1047
Bill
Status
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Tom Dent
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AI Summary
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Exempts eligible fire districts in rural counties from paying state sales and use taxes on equipment purchases, effective October 1, 2025
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Eligible fire districts must have a population not exceeding 10,000 persons as estimated by the Office of Financial Management
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"Equipment" includes fire and emergency medical apparatus, vehicles, machinery, and all equipment necessary for fire prevention/suppression, emergency medical services, and life/property protection
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Fire districts must apply to the Department of Revenue for a certificate of exemption to qualify
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The Department of Revenue must publish an annual list of eligible fire districts by January 1st each year
Legislative Description
Creating a sales tax exemption for equipment purchased by fire districts in rural counties.
Last Action
By resolution, reintroduced and retained in present status.
1/12/2026