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S2844Introduced in the Senate

Defines “electronic nicotine-delivery system shop” and requires that ten percent (10%) of sales revenue from said shops be transferred to the tobacco cessation programs pursuant to § 27-20-53.

Introduced

Introduced by Louis Dipalma, District 12

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TAXATION -- CIGARETTE, OTHER TOBACCO PRODUCTS, AND ELECTRONIC NICOTINE-DELIVERY SYSTEMS PRODUCTS - Defines “electronic nicotine-delivery system shop” and requires that ten percent (10%) of sales revenue from said shops be transferred to the tobacco cessation programs pursuant to § 27-20-53.

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Committee heard

March 24, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Finance

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/24/2026)

  3. Committee heard

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