Save on water and energy-efficient products on Memorial Day weekend

From Saturday to Monday, two sales tax holidays – the Energy Star sales tax holiday and the energy efficient products sales tax holiday – will run simultaneously. Throughout the weekend, Texas shoppers can save money on some energy and water efficient products.

The two sales tax holidays run from Saturday, May 29 at 12:01 a.m. to Monday, May 31 at 11:59 p.m.

The Texas Comptroller’s Office estimates that Texas buyers will save about $ 13.4 million in state and local sales taxes over the weekend.

“Obsolete water systems and inefficient fixtures, along with triple-digit temperatures, can put tremendous strain on our water supplies and power grids,” Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said in a statement. Release. “By taking advantage of these sales tax exemptions, Texans can make upgrades that will help alleviate these pressures and lower their utility bills – while saving money on state and local sales taxes. “

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There is no limit to the number of qualifying products a buyer can purchase tax free. For more information on the Sales tax holiday on water-efficient products or the ENERGY STAR sales tax holiday, visit the controller’s website.

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During the holiday season, shoppers can purchase any duty-free product that displays a WaterSense label or logo. These items can be purchased for personal or business use. Texans can also purchase certain water conservation products tax free during the holiday season. Unlike WaterSense® labeled items, these items are only exempt when you purchase them for use in residential property.

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