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NY S09689
NY S09689Prohibits the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories; imposes a fine of not more than five hundred dollars for each infraction.
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Introduced
04/02/2026
04/02/2026
In Committee
04/02/2026
04/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to prohibiting the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the retail sale of tobacco products and accessories that have a "characterizing flavor," which is defined as any taste or aroma, other than tobacco, that is distinguishable and can include flavors like fruit, candy, mint, or menthol. Businesses licensed to sell tobacco products that violate this prohibition will face a civil fine of up to five hundred dollars per infraction, and complaints can be submitted by any person. Importantly, law enforcement officers are prohibited from stopping, questioning, searching, or arresting individuals based on the possession, consumption, or purchase of these flavored tobacco products, or to inquire about how they obtained them.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 04/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9689 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S09689&term=2025&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S09689 |
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