A1036

Permits new cigar lounges to be opened under certain circumstances.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1036 permits new cigar lounges under specific conditions, including income and location requirements.

New Jersey A1036 allows municipalities to permit new cigar lounges through an ordinance. These lounges must meet criteria such as not selling food or alcohol, having a distinct entrance, and being equipped with an appropriate exhaust system. Lounges must generate at least 15% of their income from tobacco sales and humidor rentals to renew their registration annually. The bill also prohibits hookah use and mandates that lounges not expand or relocate. If a lounge fails to renew its registration, its owner cannot register another lounge.

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Where it stands

Current
Commerce and Economic Development Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Commerce and Economic Development Committee