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GA HB993

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jay Powell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends the definition of "cigar" in Georgia Code Section 48-11-1 to explicitly include "little cigars," ensuring they are taxed under the same cigar and cigarette tax provisions
  • Defines "cigar" as any roll for smoking made wholly or in part of tobacco where the cover of the roll is also tobacco
  • Sponsored by Representative Powell of the 171st district
  • Takes effect immediately upon the Governor's approval or upon becoming law without such approval

Legislative Description

Revenue and taxation; cigar and cigarette taxes; change certain definitions

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/17/2016

Full Bill Text

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