Storm Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Arrives

    The State of Florida's Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday begins on June 1, offering a variety of tax breaks on items that Floridians may purchase in preparation for hurricane season. The holiday runs to June 14, and will again come into effect from August 24 until September 6.
   The holiday comes as weather forecasters are predicting a higher-than-normal amount of hurricane activity in the coming months. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which tracks hurricanes and broader weather conditions, has predicted up to 25 named storms this season, including up to 13 hurricanes. Among those hurricanes, up to seven are predicted to be major storms carrying a least a category three strength. The prediction comes after a 2023 season that was relatively quiet, with just one named storm striking Florida during the season.
   Items included in the sales tax holiday include wet dog or cat food, manual can openers, reusable ice, leashes, and pet pads, cat litter, portable self-powered light sources, pet beds, portable radios, two-way radios, fuel tanks, batteries, coolers, power banks, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, tarpaulins, ground anchor systems, portable pet carriers, portable generators, and more.
   To learn more, visit floridarevenue.com/dissterPrep.