Bill > HB2066

This bill establishes a sales tax holiday to provide financial relief for families during back-to-school shopping. Specifically, the bill creates a tax exemption for certain school-related purchases made during a three-day period in August each year (from 12:00 a.m. on the second Friday through 11:59 p.m. on the following Sunday). Eligible items include clothing and accessories for individuals 18 and under priced at $100 or less per item, school supplies priced at $50 or less per item, and personal computers and related accessories priced at $1,500 or less for non-commercial use. The bill defines personal computers as electronic devices like laptops, desktops, tablets, and e-readers, but explicitly excludes cell phones and video game consoles. Businesses can opt out of the tax holiday if less than 5% of their gross sales come from these exempt items. The legislature's rationale for the bill includes recognizing the financial burden of back-to-school expenses, with families spending an average of $874.68 on school-related purchases, and acknowledging that many other states have successfully implemented similar tax holidays. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and is designed to help families manage school-related costs and ensure students have necessary supplies for academic success.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2066&Year=2025&Initiative=false