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Introduced
03/16/2026
03/16/2026
In Committee
03/16/2026
03/16/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), entitled "An act relating to tax reform and State taxation by codifying and enumerating certain subjects of taxation and imposing taxes thereon; providing procedures for the payment, collection, administration and enforcement thereof; providing for tax credits in certain cases; conferring powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue, certain employers, fiduciaries, individuals, persons, corporations and other entities; prescribing crimes, offenses and penalties," in tobacco products tax, further providing for licensing of retailers.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Tax Reform Code of 1971 to further provide for the licensing of retailers of tobacco products, specifically by adding a new requirement for obtaining or renewing a retail license. Starting January 1, 2027, in addition to existing requirements such as having adequate premises to protect revenues and not having undisclosed material information or false statements on the application, applicants must ensure their business premises are not located within 1,000 feet of the property line of any public, private, or parochial school. The bill also clarifies that existing requirements regarding filing State tax reports and paying State taxes not under appeal or a payment plan will continue to apply.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (19)
Chris Pielli (D)*,
Lisa Borowski (D),
Tim Brennan (D),
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz (D),
Gina Curry (D),
Sean Dougherty (D),
Justin Fleming (D),
Bob Freeman (D),
Pat Gallagher (D),
José Giral (D),
Dan Goughnour (D),
Nancy Guenst (D),
Pat Harkins (D),
Carol Hill-Evans (D),
Mary Isaacson (D),
Ed Neilson (D),
Darisha Parker (D),
Ben Sanchez (D),
Mandy Steele (D),
Last Action
Referred to Finance (on 03/16/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/2025/hb2291 |
| BillText | https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills/text/PDF/2025/0/HB2291/PN3001 |
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