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IllinoisSB0618104th General Assembly (2025–2026)SenateWALLET
LIQUOR-TECH
Sponsored By: Cristina Castro (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
Summary
Amends the Liquor Control Act of 1934. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the short title.
assignmentsexecutive
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Bill Overview
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19 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 17 mixed.
New sales options for small distillers
A distiller or non-resident dealer can obtain a Class 3 craft distiller license to make up to 100,000 gallons yearly. It cannot be affiliated with a manufacturer making more than 100,000 gallons of spirits yearly, and production must occur at its designated premises. The license permits distributor sales, regulated sales to retailers, and up to 5,000 gallons yearly of in-person take-home sales. With prior state approval, it can transfer up to 2,500 gallons yearly to another separately licensed Class 3 location it wholly owns and operates, with the same retail privileges. An initial license or non-online renewal costs $200; an online renewal costs $175.
Small distillers can bypass distributors
Class 3 craft distillers making less than 100,000 gallons of spirits in total can apply to sell without a distributor. Approved holders can sell up to 5,000 gallons yearly to specified retailers, Class 3 brewers, and Class 3 craft distillers. Sworn applications must explain production, sales, distributor efforts, need, and legal compliance, and appear online at least 45 days before state action. Holders must meet tax and alcohol laws, stay within business and affiliated-group production limits, and certify past and expected production and sales annually. After a hearing, the state can fine a holder or suspend or revoke the exemption for specified violations.
Alcohol makers gain more product sources
Wine self-distribution exemption holders can sell cider or mead to Class 3 craft distillers authorized to sell drinks to customers at their distilleries. Distributors can sell beer, cider, and mead to brewers, Class 1 brewers, and Class 2 brewers authorized to sell those drinks at their breweries. Distributors can also sell vermouth to Class 1 and Class 2 craft distillers authorized to sell spirits or vermouth at their distilleries.
Liquor brokers must hold valid licenses
Anyone soliciting orders or offering to sell or supply liquor to Illinois retailers must have a broker's license. This applies even when the offer or completed deal occurs outside Illinois. Retailers cannot buy or receive liquor offered by a broker without a valid license.
Cocktail takeout continues with delivery safeguards
Beginning July 1, 2026, eligible retailers can sell cocktails, mixed drinks, and single wine servings for pickup or delivery; retailers with manufacturing privileges are excluded. The law removes the former August 1, 2028 end date. Drinks need sealed, tamper-evident containers without sipping or straw openings, required product and retailer labels, and transport in a trunk or inaccessible rear compartment. Delivery requires a trained retailer employee aged 21 or older, a recipient aged 21 or older, and a signature; third-party services cannot deliver cocktails or mixed drinks. Failed deliveries, including unsafe age or intoxication checks, require cancellation and return; employees must also follow applicable Governor's disaster orders.
Beer sellers gain limited showcase sales
Beginning July 1, 2026, licensed distributors and Class 3 brewers can get temporary beer showcase permits. Distributors can transfer inventory; Class 3 brewers can transfer only beer they made. Beer can be sold for drinking there or taking home, not resale, with a 96-fluid-ounce limit per unlicensed buyer. Permits cover one day or less, or 2–15 days per location in any 12-month period. Applicants need local approval, maximum-limit liquor liability insurance, and compliance with state training rules.
Brewers and distillers get storage permits
Beginning July 1, 2026, Class 1 brewers can store up to 930,000 gallons of their own beer with taxes determined. Class 2 brewers can store up to 3,720,000 gallons. Class 1 and Class 2 craft distillers can store or warehouse up to 500,000 gallons of their own spirits. Storage must occur at the location named on the permit. These storage sites cannot sell to people without liquor licenses.
Brewers can offer paid loyalty clubs
Brew pubs, Class 1–3 brewers, and manufacturers with retail privileges can run loyalty programs, rewards programs, and mug clubs. They can offer incentives, discounts, and member benefits for drinks they are licensed to sell. They can sell specialty glassware or other non-alcoholic products, offer discounts on further purchases using the glassware, and charge annual and renewal membership fees. Mug clubs must accept written membership applications and keep a written list of active members. This authority does not extend to on-premises or off-premises retail licensees.
Class 1 brewers gain production options
Licensed brewers and non-resident dealers can obtain Class 1 brewer licenses, with combined and affiliated beer production capped at 930,000 gallons yearly. They can sell to distributors, importing distributors, and qualifying retailers under the state's direct-sale rules. Prior state approval allows transfers of up to 930,000 gallons yearly to another Class 1 brewery they wholly own and operate. Making spirits requires a Class 1 craft distiller license and a 50,000-gallon annual cap, including applicable affiliates. Making wine requires a first-class wine-maker or wine-manufacturer license and the same 50,000-gallon annual cap, including applicable affiliates.
Class 2 brewers gain transfer options
Licensed brewers and non-resident dealers can obtain Class 2 brewer licenses, with combined and affiliated beer production capped at 3,720,000 gallons yearly. They can sell and deliver to distributors and importing distributors. Prior state approval allows transfers of up to 3,720,000 gallons yearly to another Class 2 brewery they wholly own and operate. Transfers to a wholly owned brew pub within 80 miles are capped at 31,000 gallons yearly and require records, advance notice, annual verified reports, and tax compliance. Spirits production requires a Class 2 craft distiller license and a 100,000-gallon annual cap; wine requires a second-class wine-maker license and a 150,000-gallon cap, including applicable affiliate limits.
Class 2 distillers get transfer options
Licensed craft distillers and non-resident dealers can obtain a Class 2 license, with a 100,000-gallon annual spirits limit covering combined production and affiliates. They can sell and deliver to distributors and importing distributors. Prior state approval allows transfers of up to 100,000 gallons yearly to another Class 2 location under the same ownership and operation. Transfers to a wholly owned distilling pub within 80 miles are capped at 5,000 gallons yearly and require records, advance notice, an annual verified report, and tax compliance. Making beer requires a Class 2 brewer license and a 3,720,000-gallon annual cap; wine requires a second-class wine-maker license and a 150,000-gallon cap, including applicable affiliate limits.
Craft distillers can offer permitted samples
Beginning July 1, 2026, Class 1 and Class 2 craft distillers can apply to offer samples at permitted locations. They can transfer part of their inventory there, but cannot sell or resell the sampling liquor. Applicants need local approval and liquor liability insurance at the maximum limits. Sampling must follow the state's sampling rules.
Distillers gain event sales with fees
Class 1, 2, and 3 craft distillers can get permits to move spirits from licensed premises to designated events. Class 3 distillers can sell only their own spirits for drinking there or taking home, not resale, capped at 156 fluid ounces per unlicensed buyer. Their permits cover one day or less, or 2–15 days per location in 12 months, with local approval, maximum-limit liquor liability insurance, and state training requirements. A one-day showcase permit costs $100 for online renewal or $150 for an initial permit or non-online renewal. For two or more days, those fees are $150 and $250.
Distilling pubs gain sales within limits
Beginning July 1, 2026, distilling pubs can make up to 5,000 gallons of spirits yearly and sell up to 5,000 gallons in person for take-home use. Spirits must be made on-site; selling spirits from another wholly owned distilling pub requires state approval. Prior approval also allows transfers of up to 5,000 gallons yearly to another wholly owned distilling pub. A Class 2 craft distiller can hold no more than three pub licenses, with combined spirits production capped at 100,000 gallons yearly. It cannot sell its spirits to retail licensees or affiliate with manufacturers making other alcoholic drinks or more than 100,000 gallons of spirits yearly.
New alcohol businesses get bond relief
Manufacturers and importing distributors do not need a tax bond for their first license. The existing exception remains for businesses with less than $50,000 in tax liability in the previous year. For later annual renewals, the state can require a bond when tax liability exceeds $50,000. The state cannot renew a license after the Revenue Department reports that a required satisfactory bond has not been filed and approved.
Small brewers get capped direct sales
Brewers and non-resident dealers can obtain Class 3 brewer licenses with annual beer production capped at 465,000 gallons, including affiliates. No single brewery can make more than 155,000 gallons yearly. Specified direct sales to retailers and brewers are capped at 6,200 gallons per brewery and 18,600 gallons total. Prior state approval allows transfers of up to 155,000 gallons yearly to another Class 3 brewery wholly owned and operated by the licensee.
Wine-makers can add two sales locations
Wine-makers can seek state approval to sell at their winery and up to two additional locations. Each added location needs a separate license. Sales are for use and consumption, not resale.
Groups and retailers gain event sales
Educational, fraternal, political, civic, religious, and nonprofit groups with special event retail licenses can sell beer, wine, or spirits. Sales must occur at the licensed place and dates, for drinking there or taking away. Licensed retailers with special use permits can also sell transferred or delivered liquor at approved locations for on-site or take-home use, not resale. Special use permits cover one day or less, or 2–15 days per location in 12 months. Retailers need local approval and liquor liability insurance at the maximum limits.
Retailers get clearer alcohol delivery rules
Liquor retailers can use their own websites or apps, or contracted platforms, to arrange legal sales and deliveries. Contracted delivery providers must have a policy requiring valid identification showing recipients are at least 21. When such providers deliver, retailers are not civilly liable for sales or deliveries to intoxicated people or people under 21. Local governments cannot regulate delivery or require extra delivery licenses, except home rule municipalities with more than 1,000,000 residents. The winery-shipping requirements in Section 6-29(b-5) apply only to common-carrier shipments, not the three delivery methods listed in Section 3-12(d).
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Cristina Castro
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
Jeff Keicher
Republican • House
Martha Deuter
Democratic • House
Matt Hanson
Democratic • House
Robert "Bob" Rita
Democratic • House
Robyn Gabel
Democratic • House
Sally J. Turner
Republican • Senate
Sara Feigenholtz
Democratic • Senate
Suzy Glowiak Hilton
Democratic • Senate
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 10/29/2025
Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed
Yes: 104 • No: 6
House vote • 10/28/2025
Motion to Suspend Rule 21 - Prevailed
Yes: 76 • No: 38
House vote • 10/28/2025
Do Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee;
Yes: 10 • No: 0
Senate vote • 10/15/2025
Third Reading - Passed;
Yes: 51 • No: 0
Senate vote • 10/15/2025
Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Recommend Do Adopt Executive;
Yes: 13 • No: 0
Senate vote • 3/19/2025
Do Pass Executive;
Yes: 11 • No: 0
Actions Timeline
Public Act . . . . . . . . . 104-0451
12/12/2025SenateEffective Date July 1, 2026; ;Some Provisions
12/12/2025SenateEffective Date December 12, 2025; ;Some Provisions
12/12/2025SenateGovernor Approved
12/12/2025SenateSent to the Governor
11/25/2025SenatePassed Both Houses
10/29/2025SenateThird Reading - Short Debate - Passed 104-006-000
10/29/2025House3/5 Vote Required
10/29/2025HousePlaced on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate
10/29/2025HouseAdded Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Jeff Keicher
10/29/2025HouseAdded Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Martha Deuter
10/29/2025HouseHeld on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate
10/28/2025HouseSecond Reading - Short Debate
10/28/2025HousePlaced on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate
10/28/2025HouseDo Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee; 010-000-000
10/28/2025HouseAdded Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Matt Hanson
10/28/2025HouseMotion to Suspend Rule 21 - Prevailed 076-038-000
10/28/2025HouseMotion Filed to Suspend Rule 21 Executive Committee; Rep. Robyn Gabel
10/28/2025HouseAssigned to Executive Committee
10/28/2025HouseAdded Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Robyn Gabel
10/28/2025HouseAlternate Chief Sponsor Changed to Rep. Robert "Bob" Rita
10/27/2025HouseAdded as Chief Co-Sponsor Sen. Sally J. Turner
10/16/2025SenateReferred to Rules Committee
10/16/2025HouseFirst Reading
10/16/2025HouseChief House Sponsor Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch
10/16/2025House
Bill Text
Engrossed
Enrolled
Introduced
Senate Amendment 1
Senate Amendment 2
Senate Amendment 3
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