CT's Sales Tax-Free Week Details Released: Here's What You Need To Know

CONNECTICUT — Just in time for back-to-school shopping, Connecticut's Sales Tax-Free Week begins Sunday and runs through Saturday, Aug. 24, Gov. Ned Lamont announced this week.

During the weeklong sales tax holiday, retail purchases of most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 are exempt from the state's sales and use tax. The exemption during Sales Tax-Free Week applies to each eligible item costing under $100, regardless of how many of those items are sold to a customer on the same invoice, according to Lamont.

"This year’s tax-free holiday lands a little earlier to give families a head start for the back-to-school season, which will be here before we know it," Gov. Lamont said in a statement. "As always, I encourage shoppers to take the time to stop by some of Connecticut’s local businesses and support our amazing small business community."

Added Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, "Sales Tax-Free Week is a great opportunity for Connecticut families to get back-to-school ready and save money at the same time. Parents and caregivers can save on needed clothing and everyday footwear items to help their kids kick off the school year with confidence. I hope our residents will take advantage of these savings and shop at their local small businesses, allowing those dollars to be reinvested in their communities."

Department of Revenue Services Commissioner Mark Boughton said that Sales Tax-Free Week is a great way for Connecticut residents to save money.

"In fact, many retailers also choose to offer additional discounts, resulting in even more savings. I encourage folks to go out there and support local businesses," Boughton said.

For more details on Sales Tax-Free Week, including a list of individual items that are exempt or taxable, visit portal.ct.gov/DRS/Sales-Tax/Sales-Tax-Free-Week.