It is no secret that the Granite State has a robust network of 65 New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlets. While New Hampshire's liquor revenue bodes well for the state's economy, alcohol use can have unintended consequences and impacts on individuals, families, and communities. Therefore, it is imperative that state policy redirects revenues from the sale of addictive products to evidence-based substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery strategies.
Why It Matters
In 2023, the New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) generated $756.7 million in revenue from alcohol sales. Of that, $165 million was earmarked to support critical prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction programs throughout the state. Much of this funding is directed through the Alcohol Abuse, Prevention & Treatment Fund ('Alcohol Fund'), which was established into law in 2000. The intent of the Alcohol Fund is to direct five percent of gross profits of state alcohol sales to substance use disorder prevention, treatment, and recovery. It is administered through the Governor's Commission on Alcohol and Other Drugs.
By the Numbers
$756.7 million
in revenue was generated by the 65 New Hampshire Liquor and Wine Outlets in 2023.
5%
of gross revenues of alcohol sales are redirected to substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery through the Alcohol Abuse, Prevention & Treatment Fund ('Alcohol Fund').
Our Impact
Despite being enshrined in law, the Alcohol Abuse, Prevention & Treatment Fund has been historically underfunded. In 2023, New Futures successfully advocated for a fully funded Alcohol Fund for the first time since its inception. New Futures also championed the creation of the Opioid Abatement Trust Fund to ensure that revenue and settlement funds are used to reduce the harms of alcohol and drug addiction in New Hampshire.
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