Hurricane preparedness items like batteries, portable generators and tarps are permanently exempt from state sales tax.

What goes in a hurricane preparedness kit? How to prep for 2025 storm season, which is expected to be one of the most active ...

A permanent sales tax exemption on specific disaster preparedness items was approved in the Florida 2025-2026 budget.

Floridians can now save on disaster supplies year-round. A new law removes sales tax on essential items like batteries, ...

And in Florida, sales tax is already waived on most grocery items that are meant to be consumed at home, including staples ...

Instead, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed in to law a new, permanent, year-round tax exempt rule for many items that families would ...

In the past, Florida residents have been able to take advantage of a tax break on essential household items needed to prepare ...

HOUSTON — It's hurricane season and you need to be prepared. Now is the time to make you have what you'll need in case a storm comes our way. If you wait too long, you're likely to find long lines and ...

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. A tax-free holiday for hurricane supplies has been delayed due to a budget stalemate. Resources and guides are available to help ...

Hurricane season 2025: Interactive storm tracker; supply lists, evacuation info and more. We want to make sure you have what you need to protect your home and family.