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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 31, 2026Hillsborough

Florida exempts hunting, fishing, and camping supplies from sales tax through December 31

Florida is implementing a sales tax holiday for specific outdoor recreational supplies starting Tuesday, September 1, and continuing through Thursday, December 31. During this period, qualifying items for hunting, fishing, and camping will be exempt from state sales tax.

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Why It Matters

Residents purchasing outdoor gear will not pay state sales tax on eligible items for the remainder of the calendar year, potentially reducing the total cost of these goods.

Key Facts

  • The sales tax holiday applies to hunting, fishing, and camping supplies.
  • The tax exemption period begins on Tuesday, September 1.
  • The tax exemption period ends on Thursday, December 31.
  • Purchases made within this timeframe are exempt from state sales tax.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFlorida Department of Revenue“Provided definitions and guidance on tax eligibility.”locationFlorida“Jurisdiction implementing the tax holiday”organizationFlorida Legislature“The body that decided the tax exemption.”