Certain emergency preparation supplies can be purchased tax free in Texas from April 26-28, according to an April 21 news release from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. The tax holiday was approved by the Texas Legislature in 2015.

“While we can’t know in advance when the next fire, flood, tornado or hurricane may occur, we can make sure our families, homes and businesses have the supplies they need to face these and other emergencies,” Comptroller Glenn Hegar said in the release.

What we know

Hegar said Texans can purchase tax-free emergency supplies for events that can cause physical damage such as hurricanes, flash floods and wildfires. The tax holiday starts 12:01 a.m. on April 26 and ends at midnight on April 28.

There is no limit on the number of qualifying items that can be purchased, including:

• Household batteries, fuel containers and flashlights priced below $75
• Hurricane shutters and emergency ladders priced below $300
• Portable generators priced below $3,000

A complete list of qualifying supplies can be found on the comptroller’s website.

Also of note

Per the release, delivery, shipping and handling, and transportation charges are part of the sales price for purchases made online.

The comptroller’s office estimates Texans will save about $2.3 million in state and local sales taxes.

“Don’t wait for disaster to strike. I’m encouraging Texans to take advantage of this tax holiday to save money while stocking up for emergency situations,” Hegar said.