Hawaii HB82 amends tax law to exclude large cigars from the offense of unlawful shipment of tobacco products.
Hawaii HB82 modifies the state's tax law to exclude large cigars from the offense of unlawful shipment of tobacco products. This change aims to address unintended consequences for adult consumers, allowing the direct sale of large cigars to adults for personal use. The bill specifies that the exclusion applies if the cigars are shipped to individuals aged 21 or older for personal consumption only, not for resale or distribution. The amendment takes effect on January 1, 2026.
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