What this is
Save state sales tax on Energy Star appliances during Memorial Day weekend, helping Houston families cut energy bills year-round.
Across Texas this Memorial Day weekend, shoppers will have the opportunity to purchase some Energy Star-certified products tax-free, including air conditioners, refrigerators, ceiling fans and washing machines.
The sales tax holiday begins Saturday, May 23, and runs through Monday, May 25. It applies to purchases made in person, online, by phone, by mail and by any other means.
According to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, there is no limit on the number of qualifying items, and buyers do not need to provide an exemption certificate. For qualifying items with price caps, charges for services such as delivery, installation and shipping are considered part of the total sales price.
Energy Star is a voluntary labeling program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that sets energy efficiency specifications. Companies that meet those specifications can display the Energy Star logo on their products.
Below are lists of qualifying and non-qualifying products, according to the comptroller's office:
Qualifying products
Examples of non-qualifying products (even if they are Energy Star-labeled):
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Additional details about the tax-free weekend can be found on the state comptroller's website.
Key details
- Topic: Texas Energy Star Tax-Free Weekend
- When: Memorial Day weekend (3 days)
- Savings: 8.25% state tax plus local taxes on Energy Star appliances
- Energy savings: 10-50% less energy than standard appliances
Where it reaches
- Phone
- 14888184115
Available across Houston.
Why it matters
During Memorial Day weekend, Houston families can buy energy-efficient appliances without paying state tax. With our hot climate and high energy bills, Energy Star appliances use 10-50% less energy and can save hundreds of dollars on purchases plus monthly utility costs.
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