Sunday, July 8th is the last day for the severe weather sales tax holiday. Here is a list of included items. State sales tax is waived, and to see if your local city/county tax is waived also, click here.
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 flash lights, lanterns, or emergency glow sticks
Tarpaulin
Plastic sheeting
Other flexible, waterproof sheeting
Ground anchor system, such as bungee cords or rope, or tiedown kit
Duct tape
Plywood, window film or other materials specifically designed to protect window coverings
Non-electric 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
Information from http://revenue.alabama.gov/salestax/WPHolidayQuickRefSheet12.pdf
COVERED ITEMS - $60 or Less, per ITEM
EXEMPT:
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