AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the severe weather season quickly approaches, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar told Texans they will be able to purchase certain items tax free during the state’s tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies.
The holiday will begin at 12:01 a.m. on April 26 and will end at midnight on April 28, according to the press release.
“While we can’t know in advance when the next fire, flood, tornado or hurricane may occur, we can make sure our families, homes and businesses have the supplies they need to face these and other emergencies,” Hegar said. “Don’t wait for disaster to strike. I’m encouraging Texans to take advantage of this tax holiday to save money while stocking up for emergency situations.”
The comptroller’s office said it estimates shoppers to save about $2.3 million in state and local sales taxes during the holiday. The holiday was first approved by the Texas Legislature in 2015.
Qualifying items that you can purchase include:
- Household batteries, fuel containers, and flashlights priced less than $75;
- Hurricane shutters and emergency ladders priced less than $300
- Portable generators priced less than $3,000.
Purchases that do not qualify include:
- Batteries for automobiles, boats and other motorized vehicles
- Camping stoves and camping supplies
- Chainsaws
- Plywood
- Extension ladders and stepladders
- Tents
The Texas Comptroller’s website has a complete list of items that qualify for the sales tax holiday.
