"17 States Offer Back-to-School Sales Tax Holidays"

Seventeen states in the US are offering back-to-school sales tax holidays to provide relief to families amid rising prices, although two states, Illinois and Virginia, have opted out this year. The cost of school supplies has increased by 28% from last year, causing concerns among parents about being able to afford all the necessary items. Sales tax holidays are a popular way for parents to save money, with 66% intending to take advantage of them. The participating states have varying rules and dates, and local taxes may still apply in some cases.