Bill > S04595

This bill establishes a new 5% excise tax on alcoholic beverage sales at both on-premises (like bars and restaurants) and off-premises (like liquor stores) retail locations in New York State. The tax will be imposed on the seller at the time of each sale and will be in addition to any existing taxes. The revenue generated from this new tax will be specifically directed to the New York State Drug Treatment and Public Education Fund, a dedicated fund created to support drug-related treatment programs and public awareness initiatives. All taxes, interest, and penalties collected through this new tax will be paid by the state comptroller into this fund, after reserving a small amount for potential refunds or reimbursements. This legislation aims to create a new funding source for drug treatment and education efforts by leveraging a small additional charge on alcohol sales, with the tax taking effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4595