TAMPA, Fla. — Thousands were expected to attend this weekend’s gun show at the Florida State Fairgrounds. When all is said and done, organizers estimate that between 8,000 and 10,000 people will have attended.
What You Need To Know
- Thousands were expected to attend the Tampa gun show at the Florida State Fairgrounds
- The increase in attendance is partly due to changes in Florida’s open carry law and a tax exemption on firearms and accessories
- Firearm instructors stress the importance of safety and proper training for gun owners
Organizers said the increase in number is partly due to recent changes to Florida’s open carry law as well as the Second Amendment Sales Tax Exemption on firearms, ammunition and accessories that runs through the end of the year.
“I’m a numbers guy. Tax-free is huge because if you’re taxing something for $1000, $2000, $3000, you’re basically saving $100, $200, $300 on just one item. Saving that much money is huge,” Naim Smith said…