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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to the taxation of smoking cessation products; 2 amending RCW 82.26.010; and creating new sections. 3
AI Summary
This bill amends existing law in Washington State to include "nicotine pouches" within the definition of "tobacco products" for taxation purposes, meaning these products will now be subject to the same taxes as other tobacco products. The bill also clarifies that "tobacco products" includes nicotine pouches and any other product containing tobacco intended for human consumption or placement in the body, while specifically excluding cigarettes, vapor products, and FDA-approved drugs. This change is intended to apply retroactively and prospectively to taxes collected in 2026 and beyond.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
First reading, referred to Ways & Means. (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6280&Year=2025&Initiative=false |
| Fiscal Note - 6280 SB (Final) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=76625 |
| Fiscal Note - 6280 SB (Partial) | https://fnspublic.ofm.wa.gov/FNSPublicSearch/GetPDF?packageID=76283 |
| BillText | https://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2025-26/Pdf/Bills/Senate%20Bills/6280.pdf |
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