US EditionFlorida's Sales Tax Holiday Extends for Entire Month of August
FLORIDA, AUG 1 – Florida’s permanent August tax holiday exempts school supplies, clothing, and learning aids up to set limits, saving shoppers 6% statewide, officials said.
- Florida’s sales tax exemption for school-related purchases will take place throughout the entire month of August 2025, offering statewide savings as families prepare for the new school year.
- Lawmakers approved and Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a measure this week making the annual month-long tax holiday permanent.
- The tax holiday provides an exemption from sales tax on school supplies priced up to $50, clothing and shoes costing no more than $100, and educational materials up to $30.
- Scott Shalley, president of the Florida Retail Federation, highlighted that tax-free periods benefit both shoppers and retailers, allowing consumers to save approximately six percent on their purchases.
- The extended tax holiday aims to provide families more time and relief preparing for school while supporting local businesses across Florida.
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Florida's Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday starts Friday
Friday begins one of the biggest retailing breaks for shoppers in the entire year as the “Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday” gets underway across Florida. The Sales Tax Holiday ahead of students returning to school after Summer break has been a tradition in Florida for years. The National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) is encouraging shoppers in the Sunshine state to hit local retailers as they buy clothes, products and supplies for …
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