August 9th, 2018 by WCBC Radio
Make that list and get ready to shop because Maryland Tax-Free week kicks off Sunday, August 12. Between August 12 and Saturday August 18 qualifying apparel and footwear $100 or less, per item, are exempt from the state sales tax. In addition, the first $40 of a backpack or book bag purchase is also tax-free. The event is coordinated each year for parents to benefit with their back to school shopping. Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot…