Florida, Ohio, Missouri Launch August Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays

Several states are implementing or extending sales tax holidays to ease the financial burden of back-to-school shopping. Florida has expanded its sales tax holiday to cover the entire month of August, exempting items such as clothing under $100, personal computers and accessories under $1,500, and school supplies, with the holiday now permanent. Missouri's back-to-school sales tax holiday runs from August 1 to 3, covering clothing up to $100, school supplies up to $50 per purchase, and computers or peripherals up to $1,500, exempting both state and local sales taxes. Ohio is offering a nearly two-week tax-free holiday from August 1 to 14 for tangible items priced at $500 or less, including electronics, furniture, and gaming systems, with few exclusions like alcohol and tobacco; this includes online purchases and also extends to dining and restaurants. These tax holidays aim to help families save money on essential school-related purchases while boosting local retail and restaurant businesses.