Florida’s school tax holiday is here. What’s covered? Here are 5 takeaways
Florida’s Back to School Sales Tax Holiday has been revamped to offer a full month of tax-free shopping in August. The change gives more time for families to buy school supplies without added sales tax.
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Here are the highlights:
- The sales tax holiday runs from Aug. 1 to Aug. 31 and applies to both in-store and online purchases if the seller collects Florida sales tax. This annual event is now set for every August.
- Tax-exempt items include personal computers and accessories priced at $1,500 or less, such as laptops, tablets and non-recreational software. Cellphones and gaming consoles are excluded.
- Clothing, footwear, and personal accessories priced at $100 or less per item are also tax-free. This includes backpacks, shoes and various apparel, but excludes briefcases and suitcases.
- School supplies priced at $50 or less, such as notebooks, pencils and lunch boxes, are included in the tax break. Learning aids and puzzles priced at $30 or less are also exempt.
- The tax holiday doesn’t apply to rentals, repairs or sales in theme parks, entertainment complexes, public lodging establishments or airports.
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This story was originally published August 1, 2025 at 7:22 AM.