Amends the Tobacco Products Tax Act of 1995. Provides that, beginning on July 1, 2026, it shall be unlawful for any person to engage in business as a remote retail seller without first having obtained a license to do so from the Department of Revenue. Provides that, beginning on July 1, 2026, any person engaged in business as a remote retail seller of tobacco products shall be taxed at the rate of 45% of the wholesale price of tobacco products sold or otherwise disposed of to retailers or consumers located in the State. Defines "remote retail seller" as a person located inside or outside of the State who makes remote retail sales. Makes conforming changes. Effective July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 35 ILCS 143/10