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
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