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Legislation could greatly impact Oregon wine industry March 03 2021
House Bill 3296, the Addiction Crisis Recover Act, is introduced in the Legislature last week and would raise taxes on wine, beer and ciders
A bill introduced in the Legislature last week would significantly increase the taxes levied on wine and other spirits in Oregon, with proceeds directed toward addiction treatment and other services.
House Bill 3296, known as the Addiction Crisis Recovery Act, was introduced by Democratic state Reps. Tawna Sanchez, of Portland, and Rachel Prusak, who represents parts of Washington and Clackamas counties.
The bill would increase taxes on Oregon wine by more than 1,700% and more than 2,800% on beer and cider, the Oregon Wine Council said in a release.