Some of the more expensive items shoppers can cut the sales tax off are computers under $3000 and sports or recreational gear.Some people didn’t even know about the break until looking down at the bottom of their receipt and seeing zero.
12-year-old Ryan Jones worked hard for his back-to-school bag and his uncle was glad his nephew could save a few bucks. "Because he can have all his books in that bag," said Brian Jones. "He saved up for it, and he got it." The tax break also includes school art and computer supplies, instructional materials for teachers, and regular school supplies.
If you haven’t taken advantage of the tax-free holiday and filled up your cart yet, don’t worry, you have until September 4th, that’s Labor Day to take advantage of the tax-free holiday.