Marijuana Tax Equity Act of 2013
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Feb 5, 2013)
Marijuana Tax Equity Act of 2013 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to impose an excise tax on: (1) the sale of marijuana by producers or importers of such drug equal to 50% of the sales price, and (2) each person who is engaged in a marijuana enterprise. Defines "marijuana enterprise" to mean a producer, importer, manufacturer, distributor, retailer or any person who transports, stores, displays, or otherwise participates in any business activity that handles marijuana or marijuana products.
Requires any person who engages in a marijuana enterprise to obtain a permit to engage in such business. Imposes civil and criminal penalties for violations of the requirements of this Act.
What just happenedFeb 5, 2013
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseFeb 5, 2013
- Feb 5, 2013IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Feb 5, 2013IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E98)
- Feb 5, 2013IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Feb 5, 2013IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House