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CO SB009

CO SB009
Charitable Organization State Sales & Use Tax


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Introduced
01/14/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
02/11/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Charitable organizations are exempt from state sales and use tax. Under current law, the definition of charitable organization for purposes of state sales and use tax includes criteria that mirror the federal definition of a 501(c)(3) organization. The bill requires the department to presume that an organization that presents the department with a 501(c)(3) determination letter from the internal revenue service is a charitable organization for purposes of state sales and use tax.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the process for charitable organizations to be recognized as exempt from state sales and use tax in Colorado. Currently, the definition of a charitable organization for tax purposes aligns with federal guidelines, specifically referencing organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The bill mandates that the Colorado Department of Revenue must now presume an organization is charitable for sales and use tax exemption purposes if it provides a 501(c)(3) determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service, and this presumption cannot be overturned solely due to a change in the organization's 501(c)(3) status.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

House Finance Hearing (00:00:00 3/5/2026 Room 0112) (on 03/05/2026)

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