Assemblyman Dick Smith (146th D/C/I/WF) announces New York families will be getting a much-needed tax break on clothes and shoes under $110 from Jan. 26 through Feb. 1.

     "In the past, tax-free clothing weeks have been a tremendous success in New York State," Assemblyman Smith said.

     "Suspending the state sales tax is a great way for New York's working families to save money.

     This year's tax-free week will provide families with another opportunity to save as they shop for clothes," Assemblyman Smith said.

     This tax exemption will waive the state's 4.25 percent sales tax on clothes and shoes under $110, and also give local counties the opportunity to exempt their portion of the sales tax. Forty-nine of the state's 62 counties will take part in the clothing sales tax-free week, including New York City.

     "The sales tax elimination will increase retail sales by encouraging shoppers to stay in our community instead of traveling to other tax-free states and will help boost local economies," Assemblyman Smith said. "I encourage everyone to support local businesses and take advantage of the tax, free week," Assemblyman Smith concluded.