Page 2 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, JULY 25, 2025 Mass. Retailers Set for Sales Tax-Free Weekend on August 9, 10 Legislature Adopts Resolution Designating 2025 Sales Tax Holiday B OSTON — Saturday, August 9, 2025, and Sunday, August 10, 2025, are the official dates of MassachuMid-grade Regular 2.83 3.35 3.52 $3.47 Over 47 Years of Excellence! 1978 - 2025 ULS Full Service $3.09 Order online at angelosoil.com Lawrence A. Simeone Jr. Attorney-at-Law ~ Since 1989 ~ * Corporate Litigation * Criminal/Civil * MCAD * Zoning/Land Court * Wetlands Litigation * Workmen’s Compensation * Landlord/Tenant Litigation * Real Estate Law * Construction Litigation * Tax Lien * Personal Injury * Bankruptcy * Wrongful Death * Zoning/Permitting Litigation 300 Broadway, Suite 1, Revere * 781-286-1560 lsimeonejr@simeonelaw.net setts’ annual sales tax holiday thanks to actions taken by the Massachusetts Legislature today. During the holiday, the state’s 6.25 per cent sales tax is suspended for most retail items priced under $2,500. A 2018 state law, which made the sales tax holiday permanent, requires the Legislature to vote to set the dates of the holiday each year. Both branches adopted resolutions setting this year’s dates (S.2530 / H.4220), sponsored by Senator Adam Gómez (DSpringfield) and Representative Carole A. Fiola (D-Fall River). “Lowering costs for Massachusetts residents and supporting local businesses is critical for our communities in this time of economic uncertainty,” said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “I’d like to thank Senator Gómez, my colleagues in the Senate and our partners in the House for their work to set this year’s sales tax holiday.” “This year’s temporary suspension of the sales tax will bring consumers needed economic relief while boosting revenue for small businesses and retailers,” said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano (D-Quincy). “I want to thank Jessica Giannino State Representative Chair Fiola and my colleagues in the House, along with our partners in the Senate, for their annual support for this economic development initiative.” “The sales tax holiday is a wonderful opportunity for our residents to get out into their communities, support local businesses, get their kids ready for school in fall or make a purchase that they’ve been putting off ,” said Senator Gómez, Senate Chair of the Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses. “I am glad that our leaders here in the Jeff rey Rosario Turco State Representative Legislature have been able to work and get this done again for our residents this year, and I look forward to hearing how residents are able to make the most of the tax reprieve.” “I was proud to sponsor the legislation establishing this year’s sales tax holiday that helps boost our economy and provides support and relief for our residents and small businesses,” said Representative Fiola, House Chair of the Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. “This is an important weekend that helps bolster our economy and I applaud my colleagues in passing this legislation to provide individuals, families and businesses across the Commonwealth with some relief.” “The sales tax holiday is a win-win for working families and our small businesses,” said Representative Jessica Giannino (D-Revere). “As the cost of everyday essentials continue to rise, this weekend off ers real relief for consumers and a boost for our local economy. Whether it’s backto-school shopping or a longawaited household purchase, I encourage residents to take advantage of this opportunity to shop local and save.” “The sales tax holiday benefi ts consumers and businesses alike. I am pleased to support the tax-free holiday and look forward to working with my clients to continue to build upon the one-billion-dollar MASS HOUSE | SEE Page 13 FLEET CARD Check Out Our LOW PRICES!
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