Bill > A00141

This bill amends New York's public health law to include oral nicotine pouches in existing regulations surrounding tobacco and nicotine product sales. Specifically, the bill defines a "nicotine pouch" as a smokeless, pre-portioned pouch containing nicotine but no tobacco, which users place between their lip and gum to release nicotine and taste. The legislation extends current restrictions on tobacco and vapor products to nicotine pouches, prohibiting their free distribution, sale to individuals under 21, and sale of flavored varieties. The bill also updates several sections of law to explicitly mention nicotine pouches alongside existing product categories, ensuring that nicotine pouches are subject to the same regulatory standards as other nicotine-containing products. Retailers who violate these provisions can be subject to civil penalties, with fines up to $100 per individual package sold. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law, giving businesses time to adjust to the new regulations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A141