2008 Senate Bill 1621

Ban non fire-safe cigarettes

Introduced in the Senate

Nov. 6, 2008

Introduced by Sen. Tupac Hunter (D-5)

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.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism

Nov. 13, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 36 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Nov. 13, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

Dec. 2, 2008

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.