Did you know that right now you can purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax free during the 2018 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday? There is no limit on the number of qualifying items you can purchase, and you do not need to issue an exemption certificate to claim the exemption. This year’s holiday began at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 28, and continues until midnight, Monday, April 30. These emergency preparation supplies qualify for tax exemption if purchased for a sales price: Less than $3000 Portable generators Less than $300 Emergency ladders Hurricane shutters Less than $75 Axes Batteries, single or multipack (AAA cell, AA cell, C cell, D cell, 6 volt or 9 volt) Can openers – nonelectric Carbon monoxide detectors Coolers and ice chests for food storage – nonelectric Fire extinguishers First aid kits Fuel containers Ground anchor systems and tie-down kits Hatchets Ice products – reusable and artificial Lig...