Tax Increase Defeated in Maine

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today commended the action by the Maine House of Representatives to defeat the proposed tobacco tax increase, that would have increased the tax on premium cigars to 86% of the wholesale price.  PCA also recognized the efforts...

Tax Increase Defeated in Maine

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) today commended the action by the Maine House of Representatives to defeat the proposed tobacco tax increase, that would have increased the tax on premium cigars to 86% of the wholesale price.  PCA also recognized the efforts...

The Trojan Horse of Youth Access

This year during legislative sessions in Montana and North Dakota, members introduced bills to permit cigar bars or lounges, as exemptions to their clean air act statutes. Before the story goes further, it’s important to note that this is a model for others across the...

Two Anti-Tobacco Bills Defeated in Kentucky

This week two anti-tobacco bills failed upon adjournment in the Kentucky legislature. Both bills (SB 258 and HB 147) were opposed by the Premium Cigar Association and a coalition of retailers, employees, consumers, and manufacturers who stepped up to voice...

How to Start a Cigar Shop in Your State

DISCLAIMER: The information found below is for informational purposes only, we are not providing legal advice and, do not claim to be attorneys. All of the attached information can be used to guide a new retail tobacconist but, we heavily suggest you seek the...