In Florida, the time to prepare for hurricane season is now. Despite the beloved moniker, the Sunshine State is prone to unpredictable and sometimes severe weather, especially in the summer.
Just recently, North Florida experienced record rainfall with severe thunderstorms and tornadoes, damaging homes and offices and leaving more than 200,000 households without power.
The Panhandle storms serve as a reminder to Floridians that now is the time to stock up on storm essentials. This hurricane season, it is critical for Floridians to properly secure their homes and make a plan.
Luckily, Florida shoppers will save more this year when stocking up on essential storm supplies.
The Florida Legislature prioritized cutting costs for Floridians this session, providing $1.07 billion in tax relief in House Bill 7073. The new statute, signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis this month, renews four historic sales tax holidays, including the annual Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday.
Floridians will save on eligible tax-free purchases, including radios, batteries, fuel tanks, power banks, tarps, pet food and supplies, and more during the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. Our Florida retailers often provide additional discounts on these essentials to help you save more.
Cost savings on disaster preparedness could not have come at a more opportune time, as the latest seasonal forecast by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an extremely active Atlantic hurricane season.
The Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday began June 1 and lasts through June 14. Floridians will pay no sales tax on a long list of eligible items as they work to secure their homes and strengthen the resilience of our communities. Our local retail team members stand ready to help families take advantage of these cost savings.
Florida families will have the opportunity to save again on eligible hurricane sales at the end of summer. The Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday will return ahead of peak storm season, running Saturday, August 24, through Friday, September 6, 2024.
Remember to “Find It In Florida” and shop local this Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday. Every dollar spent at local retail bolsters your local economy, generates new job opportunities, and enhances the vitality of Florida’s unique neighborhoods.
Florida is home to more than 387,000 retailers. More than 4 million Floridians work in the industry, and nearly one-third of all jobs in the Sunshine State are tied to Florida retail. The industry generates $357 billion in economic impact for the state of Florida each year.
Our dedicated retail team members are committed to helping you safeguard your home and loved ones throughout hurricane season, providing peace of mind. Remember to support the retailers who are here to help you before and after the storm.
Scott Shalley is the president and CEO of the Florida Retail Federation.
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Tax-free holiday provides savings, peace of mind before storm hits
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