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FY 2026-03, Illinois Grocery Tax Changes Effective January 1, 2026

News – Thursday, October 9, 2025

Effective January 1, 2026, the State of Illinois will eliminate the one-percent (1%) sales and use tax on grocery sales. This change will require all retailers to report their grocery sales differently on Form ST-1, Sales and Use Tax and E911 Surcharge Return.