AUSTIN, TX — This coming weekend is the Texas Sales Tax Holiday on Emergency Preparation Supplies. Beginning Saturday, April 22 through midnight on Monday, April 24, Texans can purchase emergency supplies and hurricane-proofing materials without paying a sales tax.

Last legislative session, Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa authored and passed SB 904 to create this tax free weekend for consumers all over the state to be better prepared for weather events or disasters, including hail storms, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and more.

Senator Hinojosa issued the following statement:

"As Texas has experienced dangerous flooding this past year, it is appropriate timing and an important reminder that all of us need to be prepared for a potential weather-related emergency. Last session I passed legislation to help our families statewide get a tax break as they prepare for severe weather, floods, hail storms, or other emergencies.

The tax free weekend is an incentive for Texans to better protect their lives and property during and after a potential weather emergency. By raising public awareness about the importance of mitigation and being prepared for weather-related events, we can prevent potential tragedies."

Tax free items include certain portable generators and hurricane shutters, as well as smaller emergency and storm preparedness items such as weather radios, rope ladders, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase. A full list of emergency preparation supplies can be found on the Comptroller's website:

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