S.3131

Defines an alternative nicotine product as any noncombustible product without tobacco leaf but nicotine from another source and also taxes alternative nicotine products at $2.00 per container up to 20 units.

Introduced·3/20/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3131 defines alternative nicotine products and imposes a tax on them.

Rhode Island S3131 amends the state's tax laws to define "alternative nicotine product" as any noncombustible product without tobacco leaf but containing nicotine from another source. The bill also imposes a tax on these products at a rate of $2.00 per container for up to 20 units. The tax is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

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Calendar

Mar 24

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

Mar 24

Senate

Committee heard

Mar 20

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

Mar 20

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)