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AZ SB1812

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Gowan

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Establishes a new definition for "ready-to-drink spirits product" as distilled spirits mixed with other beverages containing flavoring or coloring, not exceeding 10% alcohol by volume, sealed in original containers of 16 ounces or less

  • Imposes a luxury tax rate of $1.50 per gallon on ready-to-drink spirits products, which is half the $3 per gallon rate applied to regular spirituous liquor

  • Requires wholesalers of ready-to-drink spirits products to file bonds with the state, pay monthly taxes, and submit sworn returns showing sales amounts and taxes due

  • Extends existing tax collection and reporting requirements for craft distillers and manufacturers to include ready-to-drink spirits products sold at retail or to retail licensees

  • Takes effect for taxable periods beginning on or after the first day of the month following the bill's general effective date

Legislative Description

Luxury tax; ready-to-drink spirits product

Luxury Tax

Last Action

Senate FIN Committee action: Held, voting: (0-0-0-0)

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/5/2026
Finance2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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