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Texas parents are ditching the tax-free weekendhere's why

Texas parents are shopping early for school supplies, bypassing the tax-free weekend. Houston families anticipate spending significantly more than the national average this year. The state's tax holiday offers savings on clothing and traditional school items. However, technology costs are rising and excluded from the current tax exemption. Lawmakers are considering expanding the tax holiday to include electronics and textbooks.

7 Aug 2026 6:56 pm