Illinois has reinstated its back-to-school sales tax holiday under Public Act 104-0468. From August 7–16, 2026, the state sales tax rate on qualifying clothing under $125 and eligible school supplies drops from 6.25% to 1.25%.
Illinois Reenacts Sales Tax Holiday on Clothing and School Supplies
Emily Morillo
June 24, 2026
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Emily Morillo
Emily Morillo is a Junior Regulatory Counsel in the Regulatory Analysis & Design Department at Sovos. Emily focuses on domestic sales & use taxes and related fees. She received her J.D. from Campbell University and her B.A. in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Emily is a member of the North Carolina State Bar.
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