Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Florida’s Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday returns for a second year, allowing consumers to purchase qualifying firearms, ammunition and hunting, fishing and camping supplies without paying state sales tax through Dec. 31.
The four-month tax holiday began Sept. 1 and applies to firearms including pistols, rifles and shotguns, as well as ammunition and certain firearm accessories. Eligible outdoor equipment includes bows, crossbows, fishing rods, reels, bait and tackle, along with qualifying camping supplies such as tents, sleeping bags, stoves and lanterns.
State officials estimate the 2026 holiday will provide about $40 million in tax relief. Combined with an estimated $45 million in savings from the inaugural holiday in 2025, the program is projected to save consumers nearly $85 million over two years.
“Since I became governor, we have enacted billions of dollars in tax cuts. This year’s hunting, fishing and camping sales tax holiday—ongoing through December 31—will provide Floridians with even more tax relief,” said Governor DeSantis. “We are proud to protect Floridians’ Second Amendment rights while helping hunters, anglers, and sportsmen keep more of their hard-earned money.”
Florida expanded portions of the program this year. The state doubled eligible price thresholds for fishing bait and tackle to $10 for individual items and $20 for multiple items sold together. A separate sales-tax exemption also covers additional firearm accessories, including magazines, range bags, barrels, triggers, slings, bipods and suppressors.