ID S1268

Increases alcoholic beverage license fees by 20% effective July 1, 2026, with additional increases to 40% above current rates on July 1, 2027, and 60% above current rates on July 1, 2028

Liquor by the drink licenses in cities over 3,000 population rise from $750 to $900 initially, reaching $1,200 by 2028; smaller city licenses increase proportionally

Beer retailer fees increase from $50 to $60 per store initially, reaching $80 by 2028; brewer fees scale based on production volume from $60 to $800

Wine direct shipper permit registration fees for out-of-state wineries increase from $50 to $60 initially, reaching $80 by 2028, with renewal fees rising from $25 to $40 over the same period

Establishes a new $50 permit fee for charitable events selling donated liquor, and declares an emergency effective date of July 1, 2026