S.3005

Permits dealers without a distributor's license to resell cigars, and ultra premium pipe tobacco, excluding pipe tobacco intended for cigarettes, to other dealers.

Introduced·3/4/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3005 allows dealers without a distributor's license to resell cigars and ultra premium pipe tobacco to other dealers.

Rhode Island S3005 amends the state's laws to permit dealers without a distributor's license to resell cigars and ultra premium pipe tobacco, excluding tobacco intended for cigarettes, to other dealers. This change aims to streamline the distribution process for these specific tobacco products. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Where it stands

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Calendar

Jun 2

12:00 AM

Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Consideration

Apr 29

12:00 AM

Senate Special Legislation and Veterans Affairs Hearing

History

Jun 1

Senate

Proposed Substitute

May 29

Senate

Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)

Apr 29

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study