Bill > HB05155

This bill proposes to dedicate all sales and use taxes collected from alcohol sales in the state to three specific purposes: First, funds would be directed to the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to support rehabilitation and treatment programs for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Second, the Division of State Police within the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection would receive funding specifically for drunk driving prevention efforts. Third, the bill aims to establish a recovery school designed to support students who are in recovery from substance use disorder or co-occurring mental health conditions. By earmarking the sales and use tax revenue from alcohol sales for these targeted initiatives, the bill seeks to address addiction, prevent alcohol-related traffic incidents, and provide educational support for students in recovery. This approach represents a direct reinvestment of alcohol-related tax revenue into addressing the societal challenges associated with alcohol consumption and addiction.

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