David Harris, Director of the Illinois Department of Revenue | Federation of Tax Administrators
David Harris, Director of the Illinois Department of Revenue | Federation of Tax Administrators
Beginning January 1, 2026, Illinois will end its one-percent sales and use tax on grocery sales. Retailers will need to adjust how they report grocery sales on Form ST-1, the Sales and Use Tax and E911 Surcharge Return.
No further details were provided in the announcement. For additional information, the Illinois Department of Revenue has issued a bulletin titled "FY2026-03 Illinois Grocery Tax Changes Bulletin Effective January 1, 2026."
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