North Carolina Tweaks Law, Allows for More Cigar Bars
Previously, cigar bars could only be located in standalone buildings. Now, cigar bars that serve alcohol but not food will be able to operate in non-standalone buildings.
Prince George’s County, Md. Legalizes Cigar Lounges
The County Council gave its unanimous support to the proposal.
Washington, Mo. City Council Approves Smoking Ban Exemption for Cigar Bars
Cigar bars become the first exemption to the city’s smoking ban that was passed over a decade ago.
Grand Island, Neb. Approves Ordinance Allowing Cigar Bars
The central Nebraska city has approved cigar bars to be opened within city limits, provided they meet certain requirements.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont SIgns Bill Allowing New Cigar Bars
Passage of the bill will allow for up to seven cigar shops to become cigar bars provided they meet certain requirements.
Connecticut Legislators Approve Bill That Would Allow New Cigar Bars, Now Awaits Governor’s Signature
If signed into law, it would bring an end to 20 years of prohibition on new cigar bars.
North Dakota Senate, House Pass Cigar Lounge Bill, Sends to Governor (Update)
The bill allows for “cigar lounges” so long as a store generates at least 15 percent of its revenue from the sale of cigars and meets other requirements regarding physical space.
Connecticut Could Allow New Cigar Bars to Open
A nearly 20-year-old law could be amended to allow for cigar bars to open in the state.
North Dakota Legislators to Once Again Consider Allowing Smoking in Cigar Bars and Lounges
A similar proposal failed in 2021 by a single vote.
New Hampshire Cigar Bars Will be Allowed to Serve Food
A bit of cigar legislation was included in a recent signing of bills by New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, as the executive gave his approval…
North Dakota Senate Defeats Cigar Lounge Bill
The North Dakota Senate has snuffed out the hopes of cigar smokers looking to see cigar bars and lounges open in the state, as the…
