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SC S0654

Sales tax exemption


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Introduced
05/06/2025
In Committee
05/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

126th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 12-36-2120, Relating To Sales Tax Exemptions, So As To Exempt Certain Items Sold To Internet Access Service Providers And Communications Service Providers.

AI Summary

This bill amends South Carolina's sales tax law to create a new tax exemption for internet access service providers and communications service providers. Specifically, the bill will exempt these providers from paying sales tax on supplies, technical equipment, machinery, and electricity used in producing, broadcasting, or distributing internet access or communications services. For the purposes of this tax exemption, these service providers will be considered manufacturers, which can help them qualify for the tax break. The exemption will be in effect from July 1, 2026, until July 1, 2033, at which point it will automatically expire unless renewed by the legislature. This targeted tax exemption is likely intended to reduce the operational costs for telecommunications and internet service providers in South Carolina, potentially encouraging investment and infrastructure development in the state's digital communication networks.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Finance (on 05/06/2025)

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