Kansas 2023-2024 Regular Session

Kansas House Bill HB2307

Introduced

2/6/23

Refer

2/6/23

Failed

4/30/24

Caption

Providing a sales tax exemption for purchases made to establish and maintain Kansas war memorials and providing a property tax exemption for property with Kansas war memorials.

Impact

The impact of HB2307 is significant as it modifies the Kansas tax code to include explicit exemptions related to war memorials. This amendment not only seeks to ease the financial constraints on organizations that aim to preserve the memory of veterans but also aligns with broader state objectives to honor and remember military service. By amending the relevant sections of the Kansas Statutes, the bill informs non-profits and organizations about the beneficial tax treatment that can facilitate their work on memorials, thus potentially encouraging more initiatives aimed at honoring veterans in the state.

Summary

House Bill 2307 focuses on taxation-related matters, primarily providing exemptions for sales and property taxes for certain purchases associated with the establishment and maintenance of Kansas war memorials. The bill aims to honor the sacrifices of Kansas veterans by ensuring that organizations involved in creating or maintaining war memorials can do so without the burden of tax expenses, facilitating a greater focus on honoring those who served. Specifically, the law will amend existing statutes to clarify the types of properties and activities that would qualify for these exemptions.

Contention

While the bill has primarily received support for its intent to honor veterans, there are discussions about its potential implications on state revenue. Opponents have raised concerns that expanding tax exemptions may lead to reductions in revenue that local governments rely on, affecting funding for public services. This contention highlights a tension between honoring veterans and ensuring adequate funding for essential state and local services, illustrating the complex dynamics present in legislative discussions surrounding tax policy.

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Companion Bills

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