S.1945

To impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts S1945 imposes a $2.00 per ounce excise tax on oral nicotine products.

Massachusetts S1945 introduces an excise tax on oral nicotine products, defined as noncombustible products containing nicotine intended for human consumption or oral absorption. The tax rate is $2.00 per ounce, with a proportionate tax on fractional parts of an ounce. This tax applies to products manufactured, purchased, imported, or received within the state, but not to those exported or exempt under federal law. The tax is collected under existing state tax laws, including assessment, collection, and penalties.

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Calendar

Sep 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Revenue Hearing

History

Jul 23

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5596

Apr 1

Senate

Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026

Sep 19, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1