ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WDNews) — The City of Enterprise will take part in the annual Alabama Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday set for Feb. 20–22, 2026.
The tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20, and continues through midnight Sunday, Feb. 22. During that time, shoppers may purchase certain severe weather preparedness supplies exempt from state sales tax. Local sales tax may still apply.
The Enterprise City Council voted to participate in the holiday during its Oct. 21, 2025 meeting.
Items eligible for the exemption include batteries in various sizes, flashlights and lanterns, portable radios including NOAA weather radios, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, duct tape, tarpaulins, plastic sheeting, drop cloths and ground anchor systems such as bungee cords or tie-down kits.
Additional qualifying items include non-electric food storage coolers, water storage containers, non-electric can openers and fuel containers for gas or diesel.
Most eligible items must cost $94 or less per item to qualify for the exemption.
Portable generators and related power cords are also included, provided they are purchased together for $1,564 or less. These items must be intended for use in providing light, communication or food preservation during a power outage.
Items not eligible for the exemption include coin batteries as well as automobile and boat batteries.
For a complete list of eligible supplies and more information, residents can visit the Alabama Department of Revenue website or contact the Sales and Use Tax Division at 334-242-1490 or 866-576-6531.
City officials encourage residents to take advantage of the holiday to prepare ahead of Alabama’s severe weather season.
