Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Floridians to Take Advantage of Florida’s Two Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holidays for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Florida’s Division of Emergency Management (DEM) reminds residents that two sales tax exemption periods for disaster preparedness will take place during the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
These tax holidays will allow Floridians to purchase essential items to prepare for tropical storms and hurricanes without having to pay sales tax.
First tax exemption period:
Dates: June 1 to June 14, 2024
Second tax exemption period:
Dates: August 24 to September 6, 2024
What can be purchased tax-free?
During these tax exemption periods, a wide variety of disaster preparedness items will be exempt from sales tax.
This includes:
- Bottled water
- Non-perishable food
- Batteries
- Flashlights
- Radios
- Portable generators
- First aid kits
- Pet supplies
- Garbage bags
- Tarps
- Duct tape
- Plywood
- Where can I find more information?
For a complete list of eligible items and more information about the disaster preparedness sales tax exemptions, visit the Florida Division of Emergency Management website: https://floridarevenue.com/DisasterPrep/Pages/default.aspx
Prepare Now for Hurricane Season
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is already underway, so it’s important for Floridians to take steps now to prepare.
This includes:
- Developing a family emergency plan.
- Creating a disaster supply kit.
- Staying informed about weather conditions.
- Trimming trees and shrubs around your home.
- Considering the purchase of a portable generator.
- Securing your home.
By taking these steps now, you can help protect yourself, your family, and your property during a hurricane.
Additional Resources:
Florida Division of Emergency Management Website
FEMA Hurricane Preparedness Guide
