Johnson Highlights Ohio's Annual Sales Tax Holiday

COLUMBUS –State Representative Mark Johnson (R-Chillicothe) announced today that Ohio’s annual sales tax holiday will be August 6 through 8. 

The holiday marks the weekend where Ohioans will not have to pay state sales and use taxes on clothing items, school supplies and school instructional materials up to a certain price.

State lawmakers created the annual event to provide additional tax relief for Ohioans during back-to-school season.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has created a financial challenge for many Ohio families and local businesses,” said Johnson. “I encourage families to take advantage of this year’s sales tax holiday as they prepare for the upcoming school year.”

The following items are exempt from sales and use tax:

• Clothing items priced at $75 or less;
• School supplies priced at $20 or less; and
• School instructional materials prices at $20 or less.

There is no limit on the number of items, and the exemption is eligible for online purchases, as well. 

For more information about Ohio's sales tax holiday and qualifying items, please visit the Ohio Department of Taxation's website at https://bit.ly/OHSalesTaxHoliday.