CLAY COUNTY-State legislators are reminding residents here of Tennessee’s upcoming Sales Tax Holiday weekend, which begins Friday and continues through Sunday.

The annual event is a an opportunity for families across the state to alleviate the financial burden of back-to-school expenses, and both State Representative Kelly Keisling and Senator Ken Yager are encouraging people here to take advantage of the savings.

“This weekend offers real savings for parents getting their kids ready for school,” Keisling said. “It’s a smart way to ease the financial burden on families while reinforcing Tennessee’s commitment to fiscal responsibility.”

During the tax-free weekend, shoppers can purchase qualifying clothing, school supplies and computers without paying state sales tax. The exemption also applies to eligible online purchases, as long as they are for personal use and not for business or resale.

“I’m proud to see Tennessee’s Tax Holiday continue, offering important financial support to parents and students preparing for the school year,” Yager said.  “This event helps families save money while also boosting our local economies across the state.”

Items exempt from sales tax include:

• Clothing items priced at $100 or less each (such as shirts, pants, shoes and dresses);

• School and art supplies costing $100 or less per item (including backpacks, notebooks, crayons and calculators); and

• Computers for personal use, including laptops and tablets priced at $1,500 or less.

The Tennessee Department of Revenue provides a full list of qualifying items on its website.

“Tennessee continues to maintain one of the lowest overall tax burdens in the nation and does not impose a state income tax,” a news release from Keisling said.  “Since 2012, the Republican-led General Assembly has delivered more than $5.1 billion in tax relief to residents statewide.”

“The Tax Holiday has consistently drawn widespread participation and praise from Tennessee residents for its tangible benefits,” a news release from Yager said.  “It shows the state’s commitment to easing financial pressures on families and fostering a supportive environment for education.”

For more information on eligible items and guidelines for Tennessee’s Sales Tax Holiday, visit tntaxholiday.com.