by Premium Cigar Association | Jan 27, 2026 | Cigar Action
We are writing to alert you to a serious proposal in Rhode Island that could significantly impact premium cigar consumers and the local cigar retail community. Governor Dan McKee’s FY2027 Executive Budget includes a proposal to dramatically increase the premium cigar...
by Premium Cigar Association | Jan 23, 2026 | Cigar Action
Iowa lawmakers are considering SF2051, a bill that would eliminate smoking in Iowa casinos. Casinos are adult-only venues. Patrons choose to enter them knowing they involve legal adult activities such as gaming and alcohol. Smoking is also a legal adult choice, and...
by Premium Cigar Association | Jan 22, 2026 | Cigar Action
Mississippi lawmakers are considering House Bill 758, a proposal that would increase the state cigar tax from 15% to 22.5%, a 50% tax hike on premium cigars! This significant increase would harm small businesses across Mississippi, many of which...
by Premium Cigar Association | Jan 21, 2026 | Feature
PCA Magazine: Tell us a little about yourself.Danny Difabio: I was born and raised in Key West, Florida, but my family’s story with cigars began long before me. My grandparents immigrated from Cuba in the 1970s, bringing with them not just their craft, but a passion...
by Premium Cigar Association | Jan 21, 2026 | Feature
As the new year revs up, PCA members are already looking ahead to one of the industry’s most anticipated gatherings: the 2026 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show (PCA26). And if there’s one message from those who attended last year’s show, it’s this—PCA25 was the...
