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WA SB5368

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike Chapman

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Washington State Institute for Public Policy must study the state's alcohol taxation system and submit a final report to the legislature by June 30, 2026
  • Report must detail specific state taxes and fees for spirits, beer, and wine, including current/historical rates, annual sales data, and revenue generated over the past five years
  • Study must compare Washington's alcohol sales and tax revenues with other states, analyzing differences between state-controlled and private retail systems
  • Report must estimate costs and tax rates needed to transition to an alcohol content-based tax system while maintaining revenue neutrality
  • Liquor and Cannabis Board and Department of Revenue must provide relevant data; the bill expires July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Studying taxes and fees related to alcohol.

Last Action

Senate Rules "X" file.

1/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules4/27/2025
Rules4/7/2025
Finance3/13/2025
Rules2/28/2025
Ways & Means2/18/2025
Labor & Commerce1/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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