Howe Residents Can Enjoy Tax-Free Weekend for Back-to-School Shopping

With the start of the school year approaching, residents of Howe can take advantage of Texas' annual tax-free weekend. This sales tax holiday is scheduled from August 7 through August 9, 2026, allowing shoppers to save on various back-to-school items.

During this period, many clothing and footwear items priced under $100 will be exempt from state and local sales tax, which can total up to 8.25 percent. Additionally, student backpacks, limited to 10 per purchase, and a designated list of school supplies under $100 each will also qualify for the exemption.

This tax benefit applies to purchases made in Texas stores or online from Texas-based sellers.

However, certain items are not eligible for the tax exemption, including jewelry, handbags, wallets, watches, computers, software, textbooks, and clothing or footwear designed primarily for athletic or protective use. Services such as rentals, alterations, or cleaning are also excluded. Shoppers do not need to present any coupons or exemption certificates, as the discount is applied automatically at checkout on qualifying items.

A complete list of eligible items can be found on the Texas Comptroller's website.