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Exempting Premium Cigars from Federal Tobacco Regulations

This bill aims to exempt premium cigars from certain federal tobacco product regulations. This means manufacturers and sellers of these cigars will face fewer restrictions, potentially affecting their availability and sales methods.
Key points
Premium cigars will no longer be considered a "tobacco product" under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
The definition of a premium cigar includes handmade products, without filters, without characterizing flavors other than tobacco, and weighing over 6 pounds per 1,000 units.
This change could reduce regulatory burdens for small, family-owned premium cigar businesses.
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Print number: 118_HJRES_99
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2023-11-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt the premium cigar industry from certain regulations.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HJRES_99.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Premium cigars will no longer be considered a "tobacco product" under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
  • The definition of a premium cigar includes handmade products, without filters, without characterizing flavors other than tobacco, and weighing over 6 pounds per 1,000 units.
  • This change could reduce regulatory burdens for small, family-owned premium cigar businesses.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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