Illinois Sales Tax Holiday for School Supplies and Clothing Concludes Today

The state of Illinois' sales tax holiday, which offered a reduced sales tax rate on qualifying clothing and school supplies, is concluding today, August 16, 2026. This policy, effective since August 7, 2026, allowed consumers to pay a reduced sales tax rate of 1.25% instead of the usual 6.25% on eligible items, including clothing and footwear under $125 per item, and various school supplies.