2017 Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, Feb 24-26

2017 Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Set for Feb, 24-26

According to the Alabama Department of Revenue, Alabama will hold its sixth annual Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, beginning Friday, February 24, 2017 at 12:10 a.m. and ending Sunday, February 26, 2017 at 12 midnight, giving shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain severe weather preparedness items free of state sales tax. Local sales tax may apply.

Alabamians are encouraged to purchase/restock emergency supplies for their homes, workplaces and vehicles during this three-day tax holiday. Certain emergency preparedness items will be exempt from the state’s 4-percent state sales tax, and in some cities and counties, local taxes are waived on those items as well. Up to a 10-percent savings is possible in some locations.

Of interest to Elmore County citizens: As of February 3, 2017, the following localities are identified as participating in this sales tax holiday:

Autauga County – Yes

Elmore County – Yes

Montgomery County and City of Montgomery – Yes

Town of Coosada – Yes

Town of Eclectic – Yes

City of Millbrook – Yes

City of Tallassee – Yes

City of Wetumpka – Yes

COVERED ITEMS – $60 OR LESS, PER ITEM
EXEMPT:

AAA-cell batteries

AA-cell batteries

C-cell batteries

D-cell batteries

6-volt batteries

9-volt batteries

Cellular phone battery

Cellular phone charger

Portable self-powered or battery-powered radio, two-way radio,

     weatherband radio or NOAA weather radio

Portable self-powered light source, including battery-powered flashlights,

      lanterns, or emergency glow sticks

Tarpaulin

Plastic Sheeting

Plastic drop cloths

Other flexible, water-proof sheeting

Ground anchor system, such as bungee cords or rope, or tie-down kit

Duct tape

Plywood, window film or other materials specifically

    designed to protect window coverings

Non-electrical food storage cooler or water storage container

Non-electric can opener

Artificial Ice

Blue ice

Ice packs

Reusable ice

Self-contained first aid kit

Fire extinguisher

Smoke detector

Carbon monoxide detector

Gas or Diesel fuel tank or container

TAXABLE:

Coin batteries

Automobile and boat batteries

A single purchase with a sales price of $1000 or Less:

EXEMPT:

Any portable generator and power cords – used to provide light or communications or preserve food in the event of a power outage.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

334-242-1490 OR 866-576-6531