Starting July 1, Floridians can save money year-round on emergency supplies thanks to a new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. The measure makes the sales tax exemption on disaster preparedness items permanent, eliminating the need to wait for temporary tax holidays during hurricane season. Part of a $1.3 billion tax relief package, the law removes sales tax on items such as portable generators, tarps, batteries, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, sunscreen, insect repellent, life jackets, and more.

Retailers across Florida expect steady demand for these supplies as families stock up without timing purchases around a limited window. The permanent exemption replaces Florida’s previous hurricane-prep tax holidays and is one element of House Bill 7031, which also includes a permanent Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, a fall outdoor recreation holiday, tax-free state park admissions, and a study on future property tax relief. Click here to read more.