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Pritzker highlights back-to-school tax holiday, other efforts to lower family costs
Gov. JB Pritzker highlighted the state's efforts to lower costs for Illinois families, including the upcoming Back-to-School State Tax Holiday, which offers savings on eligible school supplies and clothing from Aug. 7–16.
PALATINE, ILL. - Gov. JB Pritzker spoke Monday about Illinois' Back-to-School State Tax Holiday, which runs Aug. 7-16 and is designed to help families save on eligible school supplies and clothing before the new school year.
Speaking at the Lakeshore Learning Store in Palatine, the governor highlighted a range of initiatives aimed at lowering costs for Illinois families.
During the tax holiday, the state's sales tax on eligible items will be reduced from 6.25% to 1.25%.
Eligible purchases include many clothing items, shoes and school supplies. Some items, including sports equipment and protective gear, are excluded. See the full list of qualifying items here.