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S01800Introduced in the Senate

Prohibits retail dealers from opening a tobacco business within 500 feet of an already existing licensed tobacco business; provides an exception if it is determined to be in the public interest by the municipality or community board.

IntroducedSenate Consumer Affairs and Protection

Introduced by Nathalia Fernandez, District 34

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Prohibits retail dealers from opening a tobacco business within 500 feet of an already existing licensed tobacco business; provides an exception if it is determined to be in the public interest by the municipality or community board.

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REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

January 7, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

  2. REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

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