West Virginia Begins Four-Day Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday

West Virginia has launched its annual back-to-school Sales Tax Holiday from August 1 to August 4, 2025, allowing residents to save on qualifying clothing, school supplies, and certain electronics. Governor Patrick Morrisey highlighted the event as a way to support families, teachers, and local businesses, emphasizing the importance of teachers who often spend their own money on classroom materials. State Senator Rollan Roberts also praised the holiday for reflecting the family values of West Virginia. Qualifying items include clothing priced at $125 or less, laptops and tablets priced at $500 or less, school instruction materials up to $20, school supplies up to $50, and sports equipment up to $150. Purchases made through various channels such as in-store, online, or layaway are eligible for the tax exemption. The holiday is expected to save West Virginians approximately $3.4 million during the four-day period.