Sales tax "holiday"

From the Marlin Democrat:

The wheels on the shopping carts in Texas are getting ready to roll out for the state's seventh annual Sales Tax Holiday being held August 5, 6, and 7.

The first weekend every August is set aside by state law exempting clothing a footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes. It is figured that the savings could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 spent.

This isn't particularly important (although I do take advantage of it). I just wanted to point out that this was one of George W. Bush's pet laws back when he was Governor. For this, and for signing the CHL bill into law, I just want to say, "Thanks, George!"