HB320 Summary

• Imposes a 5% sales tax on the wholesale and retail price of spirituous or vinous liquors sold in St. Clair County by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board and its stores.

• Distributes net proceeds as follows: 40% to the St. Clair County District Attorney's Office for operations, 40% to the District Judge's Office for juvenile services, and 20% to the Circuit Clerk's Office for operations.

• Allows the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board to withhold up to 5% of collected taxes for administration and collection costs, not to exceed $2,000 per year.

• Tax becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.