This bill proposes the creation of sales and use tax exemptions specifically related to agriculture and timber in Arkansas. It introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code that defines "agricultural equipment and machinery" as implements used exclusively in commercial agricultural production, and "timber equipment and machinery" as those used in the commercial production, harvesting, or processing of timber. The bill exempts from gross receipts and compensating use taxes the sale of parts purchased for the repair of agricultural and timber equipment, as well as parts and services for the repair of grain bins.
Additionally, the bill specifies that these exemptions will take effect on January 1, 2026. This legislative change aims to support the agricultural and timber industries by reducing the financial burden associated with equipment maintenance and repair.