Texas sales tax holiday is Aug. 8-10

Texas families are expected to save an estimated $133.2 million in state and local sales taxes during this year’s sales tax holiday, which runs Friday, Aug. 8, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 10.

“Back-to-school costs can add up fast,” said Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock, who announced this year’s projected savings during a business visit to a major retailer in Midland.

“Whether you prefer to shop in person or online, this taxfree weekend helps families stretch their hard-earned dollars, saving about $8 for every $100 spent. Texans have saved more than $2 billion since this tradition began in 1999, and we’re glad to keep it operating.”