MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Alabama’s 15th annual severe weather preparedness sales tax Holiday begins Feb. 20.
The three-day holiday runs through midnight Sunday, Feb. 22, allowing shoppers to purchase qualifying emergency supplies without paying the state’s 4% sales tax. The annual event is intended to encourage residents to prepare for severe weather.
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Preparedness supplies priced under $94 per item are tax-free. Portable generators and power cords priced under $1,564 also qualify. Eligible items include flashlights, batteries, weather radios, tarps and other emergency supplies.
“Recent severe weather across Alabama has been a reminder that preparation can make all the difference,” said David Majure of Southeast Ace Hardware. “This tax-free weekend helps families afford critical supplies, and our stores are ready to help customers find the right products to protect their homes and loved ones.”…