Posts Tagged ‘State Legislation’

Alaska: Earlier this week, the Fairbanks City Council voted to raise the city’s tax on tobacco products from 8 percent to 20 percent of the wholesale price, a move that…

Wisconsin: Newly proposed legislation could soon allow more cigar bars to open in Wisconsin, nearly 15 years after the state passed a law to make indoor spaces smoke free.

Wisconsin: The Badger State is following the lead of other states nationwide by aiming to make cigar smoking more accessible to enthusiasts. Last week, a new bill was introduced in…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…