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Sep 14

Mehta Decision Provides CRA Support on the Hill

By Cody Carden – 9/14/2023 On August 9, 2023, U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta fundamentally altered the tobacco regulation landscape when he struck down all U.S. Food & Drug Administration…

Jul 13

Potential cigar bar moving in positive direction in Grand Island

Nebraska: At Tuesday night’s city council meeting in Grand Island, the topic of a cigar bar coming to the city was discussed. In order for the bar to be able…

Jul 13

Smoking Banned At Sarasota County Beaches, Parks

Florida: Smoking is no longer allowed at Sarasota County-owned public beaches and parks. Sarasota County commissioners voted 4-1 Tuesday to adopt an ordinance banning the smoking of cigarettes and filtered…

Jul 13

Mandan closer to approving first cigar lounge

North Dakota: North Dakota lawmakers have already given their blessing to allow cigar lounges throughout the state — but unfortunately, one of the first of these gathering spots can’t open…

Jul 03

Connecticut Cigar Shops Now Eligible For Liquor License, Restrictions Apply

Connecticut: More cigar smokers in the Nutmeg State will be able to order a drink and light up in the same establishment. Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has officially signed SB…

Jun 21

Nevada’s 50-Cent Tax Cap On Cigars Signed Into Law

Nevada: The state best known for its sinful city and expansive natural landscapes is easing the wallets of local cigar smokers. Nevada is set to join a handful of other states that have…

May 18

Montana Governor Signs 35 Cent Tax Cap On Cigars Into Law

Montana: Montana Governor Greg Gianforte signed Senate Bill 122 into law on Tuesday, which calls for a 35 cent tax cap on the sale of premium cigars. Sponsored by Montana…

May 17

Shreveport Casinos Could Soon Reintroduce Smoking as City Council Mulls Flip-Flop

Louisiana: Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Shreveport local officials in June 2020 passed Ordinance No. 51, the Smoke-Free Air Act, which extended the indoor smoking ban to casinos and bars. Previously,…

Apr 26

Making Cents: cigar tax cap and rural airports fund

Nevada: Assembly Bill 232 would reduce taxes on premium hand rolled cigars in Nevada. These cigars are defined as cigars that are wrapped fully with tobacco leaves and do not…

Apr 19

The Bill That Would Have Permanently Banned Tobacco Sales In California Was Put On Hold

California: A legislative bill that would have effectively put an end to the sale of tobacco in the Golden State has been stalled. Last week in the California State Legislature, Assembly…