CT SB01456

Ten percent of revenue from the 1% meals tax will be deposited into the Tourism Fund starting September 30, 2025, in addition to the existing 10% of hotel/lodging tax revenue already directed to that fund

Applies to sales tax on meals sold by eating establishments, caterers, and grocery stores, as well as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and sodas dispensed at bars and soda fountains

Amends both the retail sales tax (Section 12-408) and use tax (Section 12-411) statutes to ensure consistent treatment of in-state sales and out-of-state purchases

Effective July 1, 2025, applicable to sales occurring on or after that date

Received Joint Favorable reports from both the Commerce Committee and Appropriations Committee