With the upcoming school year less than three weeks away, this weekend shoppers in Iowa can purchase some items sales tax free.
The Iowa Department of Revenue holds the annual Sales Tax Holiday the first Friday and Saturday in August as a way to help people save money while getting ready for school, and promote shopping as small businesses.
The tax-free weekend takes place from 12:01am Friday through midnight on Saturday. Shoppers can purchase any clothing or shoes that are priced under $100. Items that are not considered clothing include watches, jewelry, handkerchiefs, sporting equipment, any special clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and are not considered appropriate for everyday wear.
Retail stores that are open those days, and have qualifying items, are required to participate in the sales tax holiday weekend. Click below to find more information.
https://tax.iowa.gov/iowas-annual-sales-tax-holiday
https://tax.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/idr/documents/Sales%20Tax%20Holiday%20Flyer.pdf