Introduced in the Senate on November 6, 2008, 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
The vote was 36 in favor, 0 opposed and 2 not voting
(Senate Roll Call 658 at Senate Journal 87)
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