Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday in Panama City Beach the return of Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, which will run for the entire month of August, giving families extended savings on essential school supplies and other items.
- The tax holiday begins Friday, Aug. 1, and continues through Sunday, Aug. 31.
“Proud to deliver additional sales tax holidays, including the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday that begins on August 1,” DeSantis said. “With the new school year just around the corner, Florida families can save on back-to-school shopping during the tax holiday for the entire month of August.”
The governor said the tax relief supports the state’s economic goals.
- “By cutting taxes, empowering parents, and growing our economy, we’re making it easier for people to live, work, and thrive in the Free State of Florida,” DeSantis said.
The Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday includes exemptions for:
School supplies selling for $50 or less
- Binders
- Notebooks
- Pens and pencils
- Lunch boxes
Clothing, footwear, and apparel priced at $100 or less
- Backpacks
- Pants
- Shoes
- Shirts
- Sweaters
Learning aids selling for $30 or less
- Interactive Books
- Puzzles
- Flashcards
Personal computers and accessories priced at $1,500 or less (for noncommercial home or personal use)
- Laptops
- Flash drives
- Printers
- Headphones
This year’s tax relief package delivers $450 million in savings through sales tax holidays designed to support Florida families and residents, according to the Governor’s office.
For more information and to view lists of qualifying items, families can visit FloridaRevenue.com/BackToSchool.
