Bill > HF302

This bill creates two new sales tax holiday periods in Minnesota: one for certain firearms and another for fishing equipment. Specifically, the bill establishes a seven-day tax exemption period for firearms (excluding handguns) immediately preceding the start of deer hunting season, as determined by the commissioner of natural resources. Similarly, the bill creates a seven-day tax holiday for sport angling equipment in the week leading up to the fishing season opener, which is traditionally the Saturday two weeks before Memorial Day weekend. Both tax holiday provisions will be effective for sales and purchases made after June 30, 2025. These tax exemptions are designed to provide consumers with temporary relief from sales tax when purchasing hunting and fishing equipment just before the start of their respective seasons, potentially making these outdoor recreational activities more affordable for Minnesota residents.