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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill increases the dedication of certain revenues to the "New Jersey Wine Promotion Account" in the Department of Agriculture. Under current law, wines, vermouth, and sparkling wines are subject to a $0.875 per gallon tax pursuant to the "Alcoholic Beverage Tax Law," (R.S.54:41-1 et seq.). Of the $0.875 per gallon tax currently imposed, an amount equal to $0.47 per gallon on all sales of wines, vermouth, and sparkling wines produced by New Jersey wineries is dedicated to the "New Jersey Wine Promotion Account." The bill increases the dedication rate from $0.47 per gallon to $0.875 per gallon, which equals 100 percent of the tax imposed on these beverages.
AI Summary
This bill increases the amount of tax revenue dedicated to the "New Jersey Wine Promotion Account," which is managed by the Department of Agriculture to fund research and promotion for New Jersey wines. Currently, $0.47 of the $0.875 per gallon tax on wines, vermouth, and sparkling wines produced by New Jersey wineries is set aside for this account. This bill changes that dedication to the full $0.875 per gallon, meaning 100 percent of the tax collected on these specific New Jersey-produced alcoholic beverages will now go towards promoting the state's wine industry.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S530 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/530_I1.HTM |
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