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HB 5114WEST VIRGINIASession 2026State Billdead

Did Not Advance

West Virginia Bill HB 5114 exempts gun safes and firearm safety devices from consumer sales tax

Original title: Remove sales tax on gun safes and certain firearm safety devices

Last action · February 3, 2026: To House FinanceSponsor: Kayla Young

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What This Bill Proposed

Delegate Young introduced House Bill 5114 to exempt firearm safe storage products, such as gun safes and trigger locks, from the state beginning July 1, 2026. The legislation amends West Virginia Code §11-15-9 to add these safety devices to the list of tax-exempt .

Background

House Bill 5114 was introduced during the 2026 Regular Session of the West Virginia Legislature by Delegate Young and referred to the House Finance Committee. context

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Consumers purchasing firearm safety equipment

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Retailers selling firearm safety devices

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This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · in House committee.

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Feb 3, 2026HouseCommittee
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Feb 3, 2026HouseIntroduced
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Feb 3, 2026HouseCommittee
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