Florida Tax Exemptions

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BABY/CHILD: PERMANENT EXEMPTIONS

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This broad-based bill creates a permanent sales tax exemption on the retail sale of baby and toddler diapers, wipes, clothing, shoes, strollers, cribs and many other baby and toddler safety items. This includes baby and toddler clothing sized accordingly for children aged five or younger.

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 FREEDOM SUMMER FAQS 

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From May 29 – September 4, 2023, purchases of admissions to music, sporting, and cultural events; tickets to movies and museums; single admission or season tickets to theatre and dance performances; state park admission and annual passes; and use of fitness facilities will be tax free. Tickets, memberships and passes, purchased during this time for use from May 29 – December 31, 2022, are tax free. The Freedom Week Sales Tax Holiday also applies to sales of certain boating and water activity equipment and supplies, camping equipment and supplies, fishing equipment and supplies, general outdoor supplies (including sunglasses, sunscreen, and grills), residential pool chemicals, supplies and parts, and children’s toys and athletic equipment.

Freedom Summer Salex Tax Holiday Florida

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 BACK TO SCHOOL FAQS 

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Consumers can purchase qualifying back-to-school supplies exempt from tax during the 2023-2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday. Passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis, the sales tax holiday begins Monday, July 24 and extends through Sunday, August 6. A second exemption period will begin Monday, January 1, 2024, and extend through Sunday, January 14, 2024.

back to school tax exemptions for Florida Residents 2023-2024

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References:

Baby & Children's Permanent Sales Tax Exemptions - Section 212.08(7)(qqq), Chapter 2023-157, Laws of Florida; Florida Statutes

Back to School Sales Tax Holidays - Section 43, Chapter 2023-157, Laws of Florida; Emergency Rule 12AER23-2, Florida Administrative Code 

Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday - Section 45, Chapter 2023-157, Laws of Florida

For More Information:
This document is intended to alert you to the requirements contained in Florida laws and administrative rules. It does not by its own effect create rights or require compliance. For forms and other information, visit the Department’s website at floridarevenue.com or call Taxpayer Services at 850-488-6800, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). For a detailed written response to your questions, write the Florida Department of Revenue, Taxpayer Services MS 3-2000, 5050 West Tennessee Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399-0112.