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SB 931

AN ACT DEDICATING A PORTION OF THE REVENUE GENERATED FROM SALES AND USE TAXES IMPOSED ON MEALS SOLD BY AN EATING ESTABLISHMENT, CATERER OR GROCERY STORE TO THE TOURISM FUND.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cathy Osten

Connecticut bill redirects portion of meal sales tax revenue to Tourism Fund, reallocation that supports visitor marketing while reducing General Fund revenue for other state services.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Finance, Revenue and Bonding
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Bill Summary · SB 931

Legislative bill overview

SB 931 would redirect a portion of sales tax revenue generated from meal purchases at restaurants, caterers, and grocery stores toward Connecticut's Tourism Fund. The bill establishes a new dedicated revenue stream by capturing a share of existing meal-related tax collections rather than creating new taxes.

Why is this important

Tourism is a significant economic driver in Connecticut, and dedicated funding could support marketing, infrastructure, and promotional activities that attract visitors and generate broader economic activity. However, this also represents a reallocation of existing tax revenue away from the General Fund or other current priorities, creating a zero-sum budget question about competing state needs.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue impact on General Fund: Redirecting meal tax revenue reduces funds available for education, healthcare, transportation, and other general state services that currently depend on these collections
  • Definition and scope ambiguity: The bill's language regarding what constitutes "meals sold" may create disputes (prepared vs. unprepared food, delivery services, meal kits) affecting actual revenue capture
  • Tourism fund effectiveness: Questions about whether dedicated tourism funding demonstrably increases visitation and economic returns, or simply shifts money between state accounts without net economic gain

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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