"Tax ~ Alamo, Texas- Governor Greg Abbott made a visit to the city of Alamo today to promote Texas' annual Tax-Free Weekend. The Governor reminded families that qualifying back-to-school items will be tax-free at retailers across the state from Friday, August 7, through midnight Sunday, August 9.

During his visit, Governor Abbott emphasized the importance of this weekend for Texas families. "Tax-Free Weekend puts real money back in the pockets of Texas families as they buy clothes and school supplies for their kids," said Governor Abbott. He encouraged every parent to take advantage of these savings and support small businesses that form the backbone of the Texas economy.

The Governor also reminded Texans that tax-free items can be found at all retailers across the state. He stressed the importance of supporting small businesses when shopping and reiterated his mission to keep Texas the most affordable place to live, work, and raise a family. In 2025, Governor Abbott signed HCR 9 to designate the first Saturday of every month as Small Business Saturday.

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After his remarks, the Walmart Foundation presented a $10,000 grant and donated backpacks for students to PSJA Memorial Early College High School Principal Dr. Raquel Garcia. The Governor was joined by Alamo Mayor J.R. Garza, Walmart Director of Government & Public Affairs Ivan Jaime, Walmart Community Champion Johnathan Navarrete, and Walmart Academy Lead Diana Cantu.

This year's Tax-Free Weekend is expected to deliver over $140 million in tax savings for Texans. Since its inception in 1999, this "back-to-school" sales tax holiday has saved Texans more than $2 billion. Senate Bill 1415 was signed into law last year by Governor Abbott and established a uniform weekend for the holiday so more families can benefit regardless of local school start dates.

For more information about qualifying items for Tax-Free Weekend, visit comptroller.texas.gov. Additional photos from today's event will be provided on the website when available.

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