Alexandria – Virginia’s fourth annual back-to-school sales tax holiday begins Friday, Aug. 7 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 9. During this three-day period, customers will not be charged the 5 percent state and local retail sales tax on school supplies priced at $20 or less per item, or on articles of clothing, including footwear, costing $100 or less each. This includes items like pencils, pens, binders, paints, musical instruments and calculators, as well as pants, shirts, formal wear, shoes, flip-flops, and even uniforms.
“As a parent, I know how expensive getting ready for school can be,” said Delegate David Englin (D-45). “More than ever, families need a hand making ends meet, and this will provide some relief. It will also give our local retailers a boost. What better opportunity to invite your friends in D.C. and Maryland to come and enjoy a weekend of shopping in our community?”
The current edition of the Alexandria Times includes this front-page profile of David, highlighting his background and experience and his record of effective, progressive leadership serving the people of the 45th District:
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In Virginia, new legislation passed by the General Assembly and signed into law by the Governor generally goes into effect on July 1. For your convenience, the staff of the Division of Legislative Services has produced a publication that provides a brief summary of legislation passed by the 2008 General Assembly that is of interest to the citizens of Virginia and is likely to have an impact on their daily lives.