State's Tax Free Holiday Begins Sunday

For one week, Connecticut consumers will be exempt from paying sales tax on most clothes and shoes, in an effort to ease the six percent burden off of back to school shopping while boosting the local economy.

As a mother of two, Jasmine Devonish said she’s looking forward to buying her kids’ uniforms, along with other necessities.

"Clothes, shoes, papers, pencils… anything I can find for tax free week I’m gonna stock up on," said Devonish.

Unfortunately for Devonish, papers, pencils and school supplies will not be tax exempt.

The deal applies to most clothing and shoes that, individually, cost less than $100.

Some local businesses will offer additional discounts, so items that retail for more than 100 dollars are on sale for less will also be exempt.

And one of the biggest deals at Hartford’s Walmart, according to store manager Bill Fenlon, are diapers. They, too, won’t get taxed.

"Some boxes of diapers cost around $40 right now, so that’s a big savings off there," said Fenlon.

Those who can’t make it to the stores or don't find what they’re looking for can also shop online.

Connecticut residents will get the same perks on all eligible purchases.

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