S.C. Tax-Free Gun Purchases Upheld by Senate

Overriding Governor Mark Sanford's veto, the South Carolina Senate voted late Wednesday to keep the sales tax holidays for guns and appliances.

The S.C. Legislature had presented a bill that would give consumers a break from sales taxes during the busy Thanksgiving holiday weekend--the busiest shopping period of the year.

But the Governor vetoed the measure, stating that sales tax holidays are ineffective and that such a thing could invite lawsuits.

The state Senate, however, disagreed with the Governor's assessment and voted 34-8 to override the veto. The House is expected to concur with the Senate.

Thus, those who purchase guns and energy-efficient appliances in South Carolina during the Thanksgiving weekend can do so tax free. Read the full story here.