Bill > A07814

This bill amends the New York Public Health Law to define "oral nicotine pouches" and prohibit manufacturers, distributors, and retailers from offering gifts, rewards, or other incentives when selling these products. Specifically, the bill defines oral nicotine pouches as smokeless, pre-portioned pouches containing nicotine (either derived from tobacco or synthetic) and other ingredients like cellulose, water, flavoring, and sodium carbonate, which are used orally. The legislation expands existing restrictions on promotional incentives for electronic cigarettes to now include oral nicotine pouches, meaning businesses cannot provide any free items or rewards to customers purchasing these nicotine products. This appears to be part of a broader effort to regulate the marketing and sale of nicotine-containing products, potentially to reduce their attractiveness to consumers, especially younger individuals. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7814