Vehicle Sales and Use Tax Exemption for Nonresidents
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Bill No.: <billno> Drafter: <drafterinit> Bill No.: HB0230 Drafter: JDA LSO No.: 09LSO-0521 Effective Date: 7/1/2009 Enrolled Act No.: HEA0115 Chapter No.: 189 Prime Sponsor: Representative Anderson, R. Catch Title: Vehicle sales and use tax-2. Subject: Sales tax on motor vehicles. Summary/Major Elements: This bill provides for a sales tax exemption for motor vehicles which are sold to nonresidents of Wyoming if the vehicle will be removed from Wyoming within thirty days of purchase. Note: Final action on this bill was not taken at the time this summary was prepared. Should changes be made to the bill upon final passage, an updated summary will be transmitted to all legislators.
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Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because it narrows Wyoming's tax base to solve a specific problem caused by Colorado cities, arguing that a statewide exemption is not good policy for such a local concern.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it prevents double taxation on individuals and ensures Wyoming dealers remain competitive with neighboring states by allowing tax exemptions similar to those for cars.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it includes a perjury requirement on forms that deters residents from using out-of-state addresses to avoid sales tax.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill because it makes Wyoming dealers competitive with out-of-state sellers, noting that no tax can be collected on items not sold in the state.
R · S25
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because he believes the issue is local to Cheyenne and can be solved by taking delivery across the border, rather than passing a statewide exemption.
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker opposes the bill because he believes Wyoming should not set its tax policy based on what other states do, as this leads to a reliance on mineral revenue.
S09
Why they voted this way
The lawmaker supports the bill as a necessary stopping point, arguing that without it, other groups will continue to demand similar exemptions for their industries.
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Adopted Standing Committee by H08
Adopted Standing Committee by SCHIFFER