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PA Department of the Auditor General

Published December 21, 2025

About This Audit

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) is responsible for the regulation of alcoholic beverages in Pennsylvania, overseeing retail and wholesale operations through Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores and other facilities. The PLCB manages the State Stores Fund, generating significant revenue, and the Liquor License Fund, a special revenue fund for liquor license fees. Recent legislative changes, such as Acts 57 and 86 of 2024, have introduced reforms including the sale of ready-to-drink cocktails and extended happy hours. For fiscal year 2024-25, the PLCB reported gross sales of $3.2 billion, while also supporting various state programs through tax revenues and other financial contributions. Additionally, the PLCB funds enforcement efforts and public education on responsible alcohol consumption. An independent audit confirmed the accuracy of the financial statements, affirming the PLCB’s operational integrity. This is an automated summary. Please rely on the contents included in the released audit report.

Pennsylvania Department
of the Auditor General