Texas Emergency Prep Sales Tax Holiday: Save on Supplies

0:00Texans heads up this weekend, marks the state's emergency preparation supplies sales tax holiday kicking off at 12.01 a.m. Saturday, April 25th through midnight, Monday, April 27th. Acting controller Kelly Hancock says you can snag tax-free batteries, fuel containers, flashlights under $75, hurricane shutters, and emergency ladders below $300 plus portable generators up to $3,000. No cap on how many you grab. Earlier this week, officials clarified this hits right as storm season ramps up, giving folks a smart chance to stock up without the extra tax bite. It's all about prepping smart, whether for hurricanes or power outages, and they've got a full list online for the fine print. Folks are buzzing online about the savings. Imagine dropping two grand on a generator and keeping the full amount in your pocket. But watch for impact, everyday preppers and families are rushing stores, potentially easing budget strains and made rising costs.

1:03One key follow-up online buys include shipping in the price so that $2,999 generator plus $50 delivery tips it over $3,000, making the whole thing taxable. Meanwhile, stuff like medical masks, toilet paper, gloves, chainsaws, plywood, tents and auto batteries don't qualify at all. So hit the stores or sites this weekend, build that kit with water, non-perishables, radios, first aid and tools like wrenches. Ready.gov has the blueprint. Stay ready, Texas, and keep that wallet happy. This has been El Paso News today, powered by AI.