The Florida Sales Tax Holiday is set for August 12 through August 14, 2011. The Florida legislators have approved this measure with some notable changes:

 2011 Florida Sales Tax Holiday prices for eligible item have increased.

1. Books are no longer included; last year, books were eligible for the Florida Sales Tax Holiday.
2. Items such as footwear, clothing and certain accessories sold for $75 or less are now subject to sales taxes. This is much different from last year’s Florida Sales Tax Holiday when the tax relief for eligible clothing and footwear etc. was $50 or less.
3. Some school supplies selling for under $15.00 are now subject to sales taxes. Last year, this was $10 or less

A list of items that qualify for the 2011 Florida Sales Tax Holiday can be found at the State of Florida website.  Please note:

•  Businesses cannot opt out of the program. All businesses selling items on the Florida Sales Tax Holiday list must participate, with the exception of theme parks, entertainment complexes, public lodging establishments and airports.
• There are no limits on the number of items that can be purchased during the Florida Sales Tax Holiday period.
• Store coupons and discounts will reduce the sale price on the items
• The sales price on items will not be reduced by Manufacturers coupons.
• If you purchase an item included on the list within the Florida Sales Tax Holiday period and realize you were charged tax, you should take your receipt to the store owner and ask for a refund of the taxes.