S.1947

Prohibits sale of flavored cigarettes, non-premium cigars, and oral nicotine pouches.

Introduced·1/9/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S1947 extends the ban on flavored cigarettes to include menthol and clove varieties, and prohibits the sale of flavored non-premium cigars.

New Jersey S1947 amends existing law to extend the ban on flavored cigarettes to include menthol and clove varieties, aligning state law with federal regulations. The bill also prohibits the sale of flavored non-premium cigars and oral nicotine pouches. Retailers found in violation of these provisions face escalating civil penalties, with the potential for suspension or revocation of their tobacco retailer license after multiple offenses.

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Where it stands

Current
Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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History

Jan 9, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee