Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) have encouraged Texans to participate in the upcoming Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday. The event will take place from Saturday, April 26, to Monday, April 28.
“Having emergency supplies on-hand is one of the best ways Texans can keep themselves and their loved ones safe during emergency weather events,” stated Governor Abbott. He urged all Texans to use this tax-free holiday to buy emergency supplies, such as flashlights, first aid kits, or fire extinguishers, to prepare for severe weather or disasters.
The Holiday was set up in 2015 after Governor Abbott enacted Senate Bill 904. This legislation allows Texans to buy specific emergency preparation supplies tax-free, both in-store and online, during the designated weekend each year.
Further details on eligible items and qualifying purchases are available on the Texas Comptroller’s website.
Forecasts for spring storms and the upcoming hurricane season, which begins on June 1, highlight the importance of this annual opportunity. Texans are advised to prepare an emergency supply kit and review disaster preparedness tips available at tdem.texas.gov/prepare. Additionally, TexasReady.gov offers information on emergency planning resources, including guidance on assembling a supply kit.
