Summer is officially underway, and did you know that July 4, 2025 kicks off the beginning of the United States of America's 250th year in existence?! Florida will be celebrating with sales tax holidays on many things. If your company sells these items OR uses them, make sure to spread the word and take advantage of the Sales Tax FREEDOM! Here's the full list, based on the new Florida state budget that was just passed into law:
BUSINESS TAX CUTS (Oct 1)
Business Rent Tax Eliminated
Previously 2% state tax on commercial leases
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS (Aug 1)
Batteries
Smoke/carbon monoxide detectors
Generators
Gas cans
Fire extinguishers
Tarps
Life jackets
BACK TO SCHOOL (August)
Clothes, wallets, bags ≤ $100
School supplies ≤ $50
Computers ≤ $1,500
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Sunscreen, insect repellant, bike helmets, admission to state parks (Aug 1)
NASCAR Tickets Tax-Exempt (Oct 1)
Gold, Silver & Platinum Bullion (starting Oct 1, previously only >$500)
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