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It’s a tax-free weekend for school supplies in Texas. Houston lawmakers want to expand the annual initiative
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Keenan Vaughan , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Items such as clothing, backpacks, and school supplies that are $100 or less are eligible for the exemption.
In Texas, a tax-free weekend is underway for school supplies. This initiative allows for certain items to be purchased without sales tax. Items such as clothing, backpacks, and school supplies that are $100 or less are eligible for the exemption.
The tax-free period runs from Friday through Sunday. Further details about the tax-free weekend and the types of items that qualify are available from Houston Public Media. Local lawmakers are also considering expanding this annual initiative, but more information on this proposal can be found through the same source.
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Category: schools Published: August 5, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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