During this sales tax holiday, qualifying items related to disaster preparedness are exempt from sales tax. Examples include: batteries, flashlights, lanterns, gas or fuel containers, portable generators, radios, waterproof sheeting, reusable ice, first aid kits, and much more! For a complete listing of the types of items that qualify for the sales tax holiday, please see the attached flyer. You can also visit the Florida Department of Revenue's website.
Please note that the sales tax holiday does not apply to any items purchased in a theme park, entertainment complex, public lodging establishment or airport. Additionally, it does not apply to the rental or repair of any of the qualifying items.
-Sabrina Robertson
County Manager's Office