by Premium Cigar Association | Jul 17, 2026 | Cigar Action
The Premium Cigar Association is urging Congress to support H.R. 3074, the Common Cents Act, legislation that would modernize cash transactions by ending production of the one-cent coin and requiring cash purchases to be rounded to the nearest five cents. Existing...
by Premium Cigar Association | Jun 4, 2026 | Cigar Action
The New York State Assembly is considering A11509, a so-called “Nicotine Free Generation” proposal that would impose a permanent, generational smoking ban by prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to individuals born after December 31, 2007.This modern attempt at...
by Premium Cigar Association | May 18, 2026 | Cigar Action
Knoxville City Council is considering a proposal that would ban smoking in all bars across the city. For premium cigar retailers and cigar-friendly establishments, this is not a minor policy change. It directly impacts adult-only businesses that already operate with...
by Premium Cigar Association | May 6, 2026 | Cigar Action
New York lawmakers have introduced S.4517 and A.3749, two identical bills that would allow qualifying premium cigar lounges to serve beer, wine, and liquor for on-premises consumption. For many retailers, this is a long-overdue update that reflects how modern cigar...
by Premium Cigar Association | Mar 24, 2026 | Cigar Action
New York lawmakers are considering A.5284-B and S.2133A, two bills that would bring fairness to how premium cigars are taxed. Right now, premium cigars are taxed at 75% of wholesale price with no cap, making them one of the most heavily taxed products in the state....
by Premium Cigar Association | Mar 4, 2026 | Cigar Action
SB 1314 & HB 5182 protect Illinois cigar retailers and create a level playing field. This bill requires qualifying remote and online sellers to collect and remit Illinois tobacco taxes on products sold into the state. Local retailers already comply with these...
