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 IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                 July 30, 2008

Rep. Hackworth Reminds Constituents of August Sales Tax Holiday

Tax Savings Available on School Supplies, Clothes and Computers

NASHVILLE (July 30) – Anderson County consumers can take advantage of a state sales tax holiday from August 1-3 and save hard-earned dollars on school supplies, computers and clothing, said Rep Hackworth (D-Anderson County).

During the sales tax holiday, retailers statewide can’t charge sales taxes for designated goods. Eligible purchases include clothing and school supplies priced $100 or less for each item.  Computers priced at $1,500 or less are also exempt from sales taxes.  The measure applies only to retail sales to private individuals, and excludes suppliers for business purchasers.

“We are pleased to be able to give back to the taxpayer,” said Hackworth.  “Our sales tax holiday weekend will give working families an opportunity to save real money this spring on a wide variety of items.”

In addition to cash and credit card purchases, shoppers can use discount coupons or loyalty cards for eligible items without paying sales tax.  Exchanges of merchandise are also allowed, but the original item must be replaced for the same item in another size or color.

Qualified goods may also be placed on or picked up from layaway tax-free during the moratorium.  Rain checks, mail orders, and Internet and telephone orders are tax-exempt, provided the consumer orders and pays for the merchandise during the sales tax holiday period.

“Most tax-free items are targeted to school-age youngsters, but everyone can take advantage of the weekend,” explained Hackworth.  “From clothing to school supplies, even computers are available with no sales tax applied.”

In addition to school supplies and computers, other tax-exempt include:

• Jackets;

• Religious Clothing;

• Clerical vestments;

• Running shoes, sandals;

• Sweaters;

• Costumes;

• Dress gloves and shoes;

• Formal clothing;

• Suits, slacks, and sport coats;

• Bridal gowns and veils;

• Neckwear, and;

• Sleepwear

More information about the August sales tax holiday weekend can be accessed online at http://www.tntaxholiday.com or by e-mail at salestax.holiday@state.tn.us.  The telephone number for the state Department of Revenue is 1-800-342-1003, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.

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