From now until Aug. 16, Maryland consumers can purchase certain products sales tax-free, part of a law passed in 2007 to give families extra savings as the school year approaches.

Comptroller Brooke Lierman (D) celebrated this opportunity for local families to save while making essential purchases and supporting Maryland businesses.

“As costs continue to go up, shopping during the sales tax holiday is a great way to keep money in the pockets of hardworking Marylanders and help their budgets go further,” Lierman said. “I encourage everyone to shop in Maryland during the sales tax holiday, save money where you can, and support the local businesses that keep our state economy moving forward.”

Online purchases qualify if they’re ordered, paid for during the week and shipped immediately. The

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