Florida Disaster Prep Sales Tax Holiday 2017 starts June 2nd

The Florida Disaster Prep Sales Tax Holiday 2017 starts in one week.

Florida Governor Rick Scott signed into law the 2017 Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. From June 2nd to June 4th, 2017, Florida residents can save big on disaster prep supplies.The Florida Disaster Prep Sales Tax Holiday 2017 starts in one week. Find out what is tax-free on this Florida three day tax free weekend.

Florida Disaster Prep Sales Tax Holiday Qualifying Items:

  • Portable, self-powered light sources ($20 or less.)
  • Portable generators ($750 or less.)

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“The 2017 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is an opportunity for Floridians to purchase supplies in preparation for a variety of storm-related activity,” said Leon Biegalski, executive director of the Florida Department of Revenue. “From powerful thunderstorms and tornadoes, to tropical storms and hurricanes, Florida experiences a range of potentially dangerous weather throughout summer and fall. We encourage Floridians to participate in this sales tax holiday as being proactive is in the best interest of their safety.”

The sales tax holiday does not apply to the rental or repair of any of the qualifying items. Additionally, the sales tax holiday does not apply to sales in a theme park, entertainment complex, public lodging establishment or airport.

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Find out more about handling a disaster in Florida, here.