Save on tools this week

Florida’s Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday returns this week, beginning Saturday, Sept. 2. Floridians can save on tools and other eligible items commonly used by skilled trade workers and apprentices.

Since 2012, skilled apprenticeships across the nation have increased by 64 percent. Apprenticeships in Florida continue to expand across a diverse set of trades and industries, spanning more than 1,200 occupations.

The Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday helps support students and provides cost savings on items essential for their program. Skills training and apprenticeship programs help reduce workforce gaps and promote career development.

The Tool Time Tax-Free Holiday was established in 2022 and renewed this year.

“Florida’s robust trade industry is an essential part of our state’s workforce,” said Scott Shalley, president and CEO of the Florida Retail Federation. “Florida retailers are proud to help our skilled trade workers and industry apprentices save on the purchase of essential tools and supplies. Remember to shop local, ‘Find It In Florida’ and support your local hardware and trade stores.”

The Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday, which begins runs seven days, lasting through Friday, Sept. 8. Floridians can save on eligible items, such as power tools, work boots, toolboxes and more.

The criteria for tax-free savings on tools and supplies has been expanded to include:

Toolboxes for vehicles selling for $300 or less;

Power tools selling for $300 or less;

Work boots selling for $175 or less;

Power tool batteries selling for $150 or less;

Handheld pipe cutters, drain opening tools, and plumbing inspection equipment selling for $150 or less;

Industry textbooks and code books selling for $125 or less;

Tool belts selling for $100 or less;

Electrical voltage and testing equipment selling for $100 or less;

Shop lights selling for $100 or less;

Hard hats and other head protection for $100 or less;

Toolboxes selling for $75 or less;

Hearing protection items for $75 or less;

Hand tools selling for $50 or less;

Safety glasses selling for $50 or less per pair (or the equivalent if sold in sets of more than one pair);

Protective coveralls selling for $50 or less;

Duffle bags or tote bags selling for $50 or less;

LED flashlights selling for $50 or less;

Shovels and rakes selling for $50 or less;

Fuel cans selling for $50 or less;

High-visibility safety vests selling for $30 or less; and

Work gloves selling for $25 or less.

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