Annual sales tax holiday canceled after Virginia lawmakers forgot to renew it

• The three-day window was typically pegged to the first Friday in August.

What they're saying: "It was a mistake on the legislature’s behalf, and I’m just being honest,” Del. Terry Austin, R-Botetourt County, told Cardinal News.

Of note: With the state budget still pending, there is theoretically still time for lawmakers to revive the holiday in time for this school year.

Yes, but: Seems unlikely based on how things have been going so far.