Today In Virginia

Annual Sales Tax Holiday Quickly Approaching In Virginia

17 May, 2010

Too much stress cannot be placed on the importance of emergency preparedness, particularly if you live in coastal towns, or tend to catch the brunt of storms during the hurricane season.

The annual sales tax holiday for hurricane and emergency preparation equipment begins May 25th and continues through May 31st. The list of items includes portable generators, batteries, plastic sheeting, duct tape, and dozens of other emergency preparedness items.

Along with your monitored ADT home security alarm system, consider a battery operated radio, several gallons of fresh drinking water, some items to entertain your younger children, and a complete first aid kit.

For a list of tax-exempt items and more information, visit the State Tax Department's website.