Texans will be allowed to purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax-free April 25-27 during the annual Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday. This year’s holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 25, and ends at midnight Monday, April 27. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to give an exemption certificate to claim the exemption.
Examples of supplies that qualify include batteries (single or multipacks), first-aid kits, carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, portable self-powered light sources (candles, flashlights, lanterns), phone chargers, portable self-powered radios, and fire extinguishers.
Complete list of eligible items: Sales Tax Holiday
