2009 Senate Bill 264

House Roll Call 293: Passed

To restrict sales of cigarettes to only those meeting the standard for self-extinguishing cigarettes established by the state of New York. Cigarette makers would have to certify and pay a $1,250 tax for each "brand family" every three years. Violations would be subject to fines up to $100,000 per month, and $25,000 per month for retailers. The bill also would increase various reporting requirements.

102 Yeas / 6 Nays
Democrat (65 Yeas / 0 Nays)
Republican (37 Yeas / 6 Nays)
Excused or Not Voting (2)