School daze: Back-to-school sales tax holiday helps families stock up on school supplies

MONTGOMERY – The first day of school is just a few weeks away and that means it’s time for school supplies.

And, to help save money on those purchases, the state’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is this weekend. The tax-free period is Friday through Sunday.

“A new school year brings new opportunities, and we want every Alabama student to step into the classroom ready to learn and succeed,” said Gov. Kay Ivey. “This tax holiday is one more way we’re supporting our Alabama families and reinforcing the importance of education across our state.

“When we invest in our students and equip them for success, we’re building a stronger future for all of Alabama.”

During the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, pencils, paper, binders, calculators and rulers are free from state sales tax. The holiday also covers school uniforms, books and computers.

• For the full list of back-to-school items that qualify for the sales tax holiday, click here.

Counties and municipalities may also choose to participate in the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday by removing local sales and use taxes from the same selected items during the same weekend.

• For the list of cities, towns or counties participating in the Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, click here.

“ALDOR is pleased we can offer this tax-free opportunity to parents and caregivers across Alabama who are getting their children ready for the upcoming school year,” said Alabama Department of Revenue Commissioner Vernon Barnett. “Many counties, cities and towns are also participating in the tax-free holiday, so we encourage everyone in Alabama to take advantage, and we wish students all the best this year.”