Tennessee residents affected by Tropical Storm Helene may be eligible for a sales tax refund of up to $2,500 for purchases related to home recovery. The Tennessee Department of Revenue announced that individuals who received FEMA assistance for damage to their primary residence can apply for the refund.
Eligible items include major appliances and residential furniture costing $3,200 or less, and residential building supplies priced at $500 or less. To qualify, individuals must have received FEMA funds for repair, replacement, or reconstruction of their primary residence.
Applicants should keep receipts for qualifying purchases and are encouraged to submit one claim per household after all purchases are made. Claims must be filed within one year from the date on the FEMA decision letter.
The Department of Revenue offers both an online application and a paper form option through U.S. Mail. Full details, instructions, and required forms are available on the Department of Revenue’s website.
The Department of Revenue, responsible for state tax collection and vehicle registration services, reported collecting $22.2 billion in state taxes and fees during the 2024 fiscal year. Resources and guidance for filing the refund are available to assist those impacted by the storm.
