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The Illinois state legislature adjourned on July 15^th with no increases to the state tobacco excise taxes. Thanks to all of you that took action and communicated your opposition to your elected officials. Your participation made a difference. Stay vigilant! Adult smokers continue to be targeted by some politicians to pay for programs that benefit everyone.

Illinois Tobacco Revenue

State Excise Tax on Cigarettes: $0.98
State Excise Tax on Smokeless Tobacco: 18%
State Excise Tax on Little Cigars: 18% Wholesale Price
State Excise Tax on Large Cigars: 18%
Sales Tax on Cigarette Sales: $0.31

Illinois Revenue from Cigarettes

Excise Tax Collected (2008): $603,787,800
Master Settlement Agreement (MSA Payments 2008): $310,000,000
Cigarette Sales Tax Revenue (2008): $191,725,730.60
Total Revenue Collected (2008): $1,105,513,530.60

Source: Bill Orzechowski & Rob Walker, The Tax Burden on Tobacco, Historical Compilation Volume 43, 2008.

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