Colorado Bill Would Lower Premium Cigar Tax by 64 Percent
With the state’s tax rate set to increase again in July 2027, S.B. 56 would represent an even greater savings. Furthermore, the definition used in this bill is broader than most “premium cigar” definitions.
Washington State Legislators Propose Higher Cigar Tax
While Washington state has one of the highest cigar tax rates in the country, it has been capped at 65 cents. Now, a group of legislators is seeking to raise that cap.
Five Questions: Cigar Industry Wins “Premium Cigar” Lawsuit Appeal
It’s only five questions, but nearly 3,000 words. Here’s what I think matters about today’s win in the “premium cigar” lawsuit.
Federal Appeals Court Denies FDA, Cigar Industry Wins Premium Cigar Lawsuit Again
And yet, the lawsuit isn’t over. The case heads back to the original court so that a judge can determine what a “premium cigar” is.
Dueling Proposals Could Dramatically Change New York’s Cigar Taxes
Five different bills have been introduced that could change New York’s taxes on cigars. Two would establish a tax cap of 50 cents—a major win for cigar smokers—while the others call for increasing the tax on cigars to either 95 percent or 129 percent of the wholesale price.
Newton, Mass. Passes Generational Tobacco Ban
Anyone born after March 1, 2004 will never be able to purchase tobacco products or e-cigarettes in Newton. Consider this an amuse-bouche to Massachusetts’ statewide generational tobacco ban debate.
HHS Tables Nicotine Limits, Tobacco Manufacturing Standards Proposals
The Trump administration has signaled that, at least as of now, it is not interested in new FDA regulations on tobacco products. None of these moves are permanent.
FDA Halts Plans to Ban Menthol Cigarettes, Flavored Cigars
The FDA has withdrawn the two proposals, meaning the agency does not intend to move forward with either ban at this time. That said, it could reverse course at any point.
New Bill Would Create Nicotine Limits for Products Sold in Hawaii
The half-page long bill would direct Hawaii’s Department of Health to create rules regarding nicotine limits. It’s the latest in a long list of anti-tobacco proposals that have been introduced in the state.
Massachusetts Legislators Propose Generational Tobacco Ban
Legislators in both chambers of the state legislature are seeking to make it illegal for a person born on or after Jan. 1, 2006 to purchase tobacco products.
Hawaii Legislators Introduce Generational Tobacco Ban Bill
Hawaii is the latest state that will have the discussion about a generational tobacco ban. A bill introduced to the State Senate on Thursday would prohibit anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 2005 from purchasing, possessing or consuming a tobacco product or similar nicotine delivery product.