S 3196 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Relates to prohibiting the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories

This bill prohibits the retail sale of tobacco products with non-tobacco flavors (like fruit, mint, chocolate, or candy) and accessories that add such flavors. It directly affects tobacco businesses, retailers, and manufacturers licensed under New York's tax law, banning them from selling these products. Violations carry a civil fine of up to $500 per incident, and anyone can file complaints about violations. The bill also explicitly prevents law enforcement from stopping or questioning people regarding possession, consumption, or purchase of these products.
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Introduced Jan 24, 2025 Last action Jan 24, 2025
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