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NJ S3085
NJ S3085Increases fines for selling single cigarettes and cigarettes in packs of less than 20.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill doubles the penalties that apply to individuals who sell, offer for sale, give away, or deliver single cigarettes or cigarettes in packs of less than 20 cigarettes at retail or through a vending machine. In the case of a vending machine that is in violation of this prohibition, the owner of the vending machine will be subject to a penalty of at least $200, but no more than $1,000, for each day that the vending machine is in violation. The current penalty that applies to vending machine violations is $100 to $500 per day. In the case of retail sales in violation of the prohibition, the applicable penalty will be $500 for a first offense and $1,000 for a second or subsequent offense; the current penalty for retail violations is $250 for a first offense and $500 for a second or subsequent offense.
AI Summary
This bill doubles the fines for selling or distributing single cigarettes or packs containing fewer than 20 cigarettes, aiming to discourage such sales. Specifically, for vending machines found to be in violation, the owner will face a daily penalty of $200 to $1,000, a significant increase from the current $100 to $500. For retail establishments, the penalty for a first offense will rise from $250 to $500, and for subsequent offenses, it will increase from $500 to $1,000. The bill also clarifies that "single cigarettes" are defined by existing law, and the prohibition applies to selling, offering for sale, giving away, or delivering these items.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S3085 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3500/3085_I1.HTM |
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