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MA S2605
MA S2605To reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts in streams, rivers, and in the ocean by increasing the tax on cigarettes by 100%
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Introduced
03/05/2020
03/05/2020
In Committee
05/13/2020
05/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts in streams, rivers, and in the ocean by increasing the tax on cigarettes by 100%. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to increase the tax on cigarettes by 100% annually in order to reduce the environmental impact of cigarette butts in streams, rivers, and the ocean. The bill cites concerns about the negative effects of cigarette smoking on both public health and the environment, particularly the pollution caused by improperly disposed cigarette butts. The revenue generated from the increased tax is intended to help address these issues. The bill amends an existing law to include the provision for the 100% annual tax increase on cigarettes.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5040 (on 10/15/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2605 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2605.pdf |
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