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16 states offer back-to-school tax holidays as costs top $800 per student

The relief targets rising back-to-school spending, as inflation has strained household budgets and pushed costs above $800 per student.

MarketWatch reports that 16 states are offering back-to-school tax holidays to help families manage rising education costs.

The outlet says the push comes as inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, prompting parents and students to look for bargains during the school season.

The report frames the tax holidays as a response to back-to-school spending that has risen to more than $800 per student.

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