Tax free savings this weekend as the annual Sales Tax Holiday returns, offering a break on back-to-school essentials, emergency preparedness items, and energy-efficient products. The event provides families and individuals the chance to stock up on important items without paying sales tax, helping ease the financial burden of seasonal spending.
What’s Covered?
During the tax holiday, the State Department of Taxation says qualifying purchases in the following categories are exempt from sales tax:
— School Supplies, Clothing, and Footwear
Parents and students preparing for the upcoming school year can save on:
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School supplies priced at $20 or less per item
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Clothing priced at $100 or less per item
–Hurricane and Emergency Preparedness Items
As storm season approaches, the tax break also applies to:
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Portable generators costing $1,000 or less
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Gas-powered chainsaws priced at $350 or less
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Chainsaw accessories and other emergency items (like batteries, flashlights, and first aid kits) costing $60 or less per item
–Energy-Efficient Products
Homeowners can also benefit by purchasing:
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Energy Star™ and WaterSense™-certified products for noncommercial use, each priced at $2,500 or less
From laptops and lunchboxes to lanterns and leaf blowers, the sales tax holiday is a chance for residents to save on essential items while staying prepared and eco-conscious.
