Florida's new, permanent sales tax exemptions on specific hurricane supplies won't go into effect until Aug. 1, 2025.

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

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

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

TAX-HOLIDAY CHANGESThe new budget axes the hurricane tax holidays, but some items will remain tax-exempt all year.

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

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 ...

Tips for starting a hurricane supply list. Assemble this now. Put aside in a special box. Keep heat-sensitive items inside home and rotate stock throughout season: 🌀 Read the full supply list ...

Everything you need to know before Hurricane season hits, as well as the supplies you need to keep you safe at home.

Keep heat-sensitive items inside home and rotate stock throughout season: 🌀 Read the full supply list: How to prepare your hurricane supply kit Important numbers to call, web sites for storm help ...