Politics & Government
Georgia's Tax-Free Holiday Is On
There is no sales tax on many things kids will need as they start school. But it ends today, Saturday.
Parents and teachers will get another break at the cash register today, Saturday, Aug. 11 on back-to-school needs.
The State of Georgia has brought back its Tax-Free Holiday. Shoppers are exempt from paying taxes on everything from school clothes to notebooks to computers.
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Most clothing and footwear with a sales price under $100 is exempt. Computers, tablets, printers and other technology and accessories under $1,000 will avoid state sales tax.
Exceptions include cell phones, copy machines and digital cameras. School supplies under $20 will also be exempt. This includes pens, calculators and book bags.
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For a full list of what's exempt and not exempt, see the PDF in our Media Gallery to the right. Just click on the PDF.
School starts Monday, Aug. 13, at DeKalb County schools, including the ones in Tucker.
