s today through midnight Sunday. Residents can purchase select
severe-weather preparedness supplies free of state sales or use tax. Local sales and use tax
may
apply –
see list of participating cities and counties
.
Retailers are required to participate and may not charge tax on items that are legally tax-exempt during the Sales Tax Holiday. This also applies to online retailers.
COVERED ITEMS - $60 or Less, per ITEM
EXEMPT:
AAA-cell batteries
AA-cell batteries
C-cell batteries
D-cell batteries
6-volt batteries
9-volt batteries
Cellular phone battery
Cellular phone charger
Portable self-powered or
battery-powered radio, twoway
radio, weatherband radio
or NOAA weather radio
Portable self-powered light
source, including battery powered
flashlights, lanterns,
or emergency glow sticks.
Tarpaulin
Plastic sheeting
Plastic drop cloths
Other flexible, waterproof
sheeting
Ground anchor system, such as
bungee cords or rope, or tiedown
kit
Duct tape
Plywood, window film or other
materials specifically designed
to protect window coverings
Non-electric food storage
cooler or water storage
container
Non-electric can opener
Artificial ice
Blue ice
Ice packs
Reusable ice
Self-contained first aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Carbon monoxide detector
Gas or Diesel fuel tank or
container
A single purchase with a sales price of $1000 or Less
EXEMPT:
Any portable generator and power cords – used to provide light or communications or preserve food in the event of a power
outage.
TAXABLE:
ï· Coin batteries
ï· Automobile and boat batteries
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