- Alabama’s annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is from February 21 to February 23, 2025
- Shoppers can buy certain emergency supplies tax-free
- Items priced at $60 or less include batteries, flashlights, weather radios, tarps, and first-aid kits
- Portable generators up to $1,000 are also tax-exempt
- Local governments may waive their own sales taxes
- Residents should check with city or county officials for local tax exemptions
- Alabama Retail Association encourages stocking up on essential items for severe weather events
- Visit Alabama Department of Revenue’s website for a list of tax-exempt items and participating localities
- Eligible items include batteries, radios, flashlights, tarps, first aid kits, and more
- Portable generators and power cords up to $1,000 are also exempt from sales tax during the holiday.
Source: revenue.alabama.gov
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
