Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Thursday the launch of the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, set to begin on Monday, July 29, and run for two weeks until Sunday, August 11. This initiative aims to help families save money on essential items for the upcoming school year.
“I am proud to announce the return of the annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Our strong financial standing allows us to give back to taxpayers through various forms of toll and tax relief. I hope this Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday eases the financial burden as families prepare for the new school year.”
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The Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday includes:
School Supplies ($50 or less per item):
- Binders
- Notebooks
- Pens and pencils
- Lunch boxes
Learning Aids ($30 or less per item):
- Interactive books
- Jigsaw puzzles
- Other educational toys
Clothing and Footwear ($100 or less per item):
- Backpacks
- Pants
- Shoes
- Shirts
- Sweaters
Personal Computers and Related Accessories ($1,500 or less per item for noncommercial use):
- Laptops
- Flash drives
- Printers
- Headphones
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In addition to the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, the Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday is also running through July 31, 2024. This initiative makes items such as fishing supplies, outdoor recreation equipment, and admission to state parks and museums sales tax-free.
Governor DeSantis encourages all Floridian families to take advantage of these opportunities to save on essential items and enjoy the state’s tax relief initiatives.
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