Texas families are expected to save millions during the tax-free weekend, which begins Friday.
The sales tax holiday runs from Friday, Aug. 7, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 9. Texans can purchase a wide range of items tax-free, including most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced under $100.
Diapers — both cloth and disposable — are also exempt from sales tax, and certain sanitizers and wipes with a drug facts label are tax-free year-round, according to the Texas Comptroller Don Huffines.
The tax-free exemption applies whether shoppers buy items in stores, online, by telephone or by mail.
In 2026, families are expected to save an estimated $142.5 million in state and local sales taxes, according to Huffines.
“Since 1999, Texans have saved more than $2 billion on everything from coats to crayons and scissors to sneakers in preparation for the back-to-school bell,” Huffines said in a news release. “But this holiday initiative isn’t just about short-term relief — it’s a cornerstone of financial support for Texas families, reducing the cost burden of essential educational supplies and clothing.”
When is tax-free weekend in Texas?
In Texas, the tax-free holiday begins Friday, Aug. 7, and runs through Sunday, Aug. 9.
What items are tax-free?
Does tax-free weekend apply to electronics?
Some electronics, such as calculators and writing tablets, do qualify, but keep in mind that items must be under $100. Click here for the full list of school supplies covered. Computers do not qualify.
What items do not qualify?
The following items do not qualify for exemption during the sales tax holiday:
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This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Tax-free weekend in Texas begins Friday. See list of qualifying items
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