PINELLAS PARK, Fla. — On the heels of Florida’s Back to School Sales Tax Holiday that just ended in August, a new sales tax holiday has taken effect with hunters, campers and fishermen in mind.
It started on Monday.
What You Need To Know • Florida's new sales tax holiday that targets outdoor enthusiasts runs from Sept. 8 to Dec. 31 • Firearms, ammunition, and outdoor gear will be tax exempt for the first time • Floridians are expected to save $44.8 million during this period
During the nearly four-month time frame from Sept. 8 until Dec. 31, the Hunting, Fishing and Camping Sales Tax Holiday is expected to save Floridians $44.8 million, according to the Florida Department of Revenue .
It’ll be the first time firearms, ammunition and related accessories are tax exempt in the state