State Tax Day - Current, S.7, Illinois—Miscellaneous Tax: Guidance Issued on Medical Cannabis Cultivation Tax Changes, (Jul 2, 2026)
Organizations Mentioned:Illinois Department of Revenue
Illinois issued guidance on changes to the method for calculating the medical cannabis cultivation privilege tax. Effective beginning July 1, 2026, cultivators must calculate the tax based on the gross receipts from the first sale of medical cannabis, instead of the sales price per ounce. The guidance discusses the definition of "gross receipts" and updates to Form MC-1 due August 20, 2026 for the July 2026 monthly reporting period.
Informational Bulletin FY 2026-32, Illinois Department of Revenue, July 2026, ¶404-264
Other References:
Explanations at ¶60-520